Simple bamboo Chinese tea set, the Six Gentlemen. The following is an explanation by Google AI. The Six Gentlemen (Rikkunshi) is a set of six bamboo or wooden tools used in Chinese tea ceremonies (Kung Fu tea) to make the tea preparation elegant and functional. It consists of a tea scoop (tea leaf scoop), tea tongs (tweezers), tea spoon (tea leaf mover), tea needle (clog remover), tea funnel (funnel), and tea canister (storage container), and is an essential tea utensil that enhances the beauty and convenience of the tea ceremony. Composition of the Six Gentlemen Usually, the following six items are set in a vase-shaped tea canister (tube). Tea canister (tea tube): A tube for storing the tools. Tea scoop (chasa) / tea leaf holder (chaka): A tool for scooping tea leaves out of the can and transferring them to the teapot (kyusu). Tea tongs (chakyō) / tea scissors: "Tea tongs." Used to take out washed teacups and handle tea leaves. Tea spoon (chashaku) / tea scoop: A tool for scooping tea leaves. Tea needle (chashin) / tea unclogger: Used to clean the spout of the teapot when it is clogged with tea leaves. Tea funnel (rōto) / funnel: Placed on the mouth of the teapot to make it easier to pour tea leaves without spilling. Features and Charm Beauty and convenience: This is a practical set of tools that makes the tea preparation process very beautiful and efficient at the same time. Atmosphere creation: Many are made of bamboo or ebony, and simply placing them in a tea room creates an authentic atmosphere. Uses: Made of bamboo or wood, they are environmentally friendly and popular as practical interior decorations that fit comfortably in the hand. The Six Gentlemen are indispensable tea utensils for those who love the Chinese tea ceremony, as they combine functionality and aesthetics in the tea ceremony.