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"KEKKAI", a piece of smoked kiri wood (paulownia) is an item originally produced to be used in tea ceremonies, which was first made in substitution for "Furosaki", a separation to divide the host and guest. Furosaki can only be used in tea ceremonies, but this Kekkai is now casually used as an interior item. A piece of Kiri wood is smoked over and over again. Wiping off the ashes, the craftsman polish the smoked wood with a cloth one by one. By repeating this process, the "warm soft color" is made, and creates a beautiful design that only nature can produce.]]>