Yawanawá Kuripe – Bamboo & Tribal Thread Design

Name: Yawanawá Kuripe – Bamboo & Tribal Thread Design
Brand: Yawanawá
SKU: YKBB
Price: 39.95 GBP
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Authentic Indigenous Product
Natural and Handcrafted
Unique Tribal Art

Yawanawá Bamboo Kuripe — Vibrant thread, sacred tradition

Crafted with care and intention, each thread-wrapped kuripe is a functional work of art. Handmade by Yawanawá women using locally harvested bamboo, every piece carries the energy of the forest and the dedication of the maker. Colorful threads are tightly wound for grip and ceremony, blending beauty with practical ritual use.

These kuripes are not mass-produced or identical — they’re personal and soulful, made in the rhythm of the forest. Designed for reliable self-application, each piece supports grounding and focus in your rapé (hapé) ritual.

Why this kuripe

Handmade by Yawanawá women — from the tribal village in Acre, Brazil
Thread-wrapped bamboo — colorful, textured, and made with care
One-of-a-kind — every kuripe reflects the artisan’s hand and spirit
Functional artistry — made for self-administering rapé with balance and control
Collectable — no two pieces are the same; unique and soulfully made

Photos are representative — thread colors, wrapping style, and bamboo tone vary. Each kuripe is handmade and one-of-a-kind. You may request a color preference at checkout (e.g., “No purple” or “Blues preferred”), but we cannot guarantee exact colors.

Care

Tap out and wipe clean after use. Keep dry; avoid soaking or prolonged sun exposure.

Kuripe Details

Dimensions: 10–12.7 cm × 4.4 cm × 1.3 cm (4–5″ × 1¾″ × ½″)
Weight: 12.6 g (0.45 oz)
Material: Bamboo (Bambusoideae), sustainably harvested in Brazil

What is a Kuripe?

A Kuripe is a traditional ceremonial tool used by indigenous tribes of the Amazon rainforest, specifically for administering sacred plant medicines like rapeh snuff. It is a small, hollow pipe made of bamboo, wood, or bone, and is used to blow the rapeh into the nostrils. The use of Kuripes dates back hundreds of years, with different tribes having their own unique designs and styles.

Kuripes are often intricately decorated with carvings or painted designs and may feature feathers, crystals, or other natural materials. Some Kuripes are designed to be worn as jewelry, making them functional and beautiful accessories for ceremonies and rituals.

The use of rapeh in shamanic practice is believed to help facilitate a deeper connection to the spiritual realm and to promote healing on a physical, emotional, and spiritual level. Kuripes are used for the self-administration of rapeh, while the Tepi is used to deliver rapeh to others

To learn more about Kuripes, visit our What is a Kuripe? page.

What is Rapé (Hapé)?

Rapeh snuff, also known as rapé or hapeh, is a time-honored sacrament cherished by the tribes of the Amazon for centuries. This handcrafted preparation comprises dried, ground medicinal plants and tree ashes. Traditionally, Rapeh is administered via a unique bone or bamboo pipe, blown directly into the nostrils.

Rapeh's diverse formulations cater to a variety of uses and broadly fall into three categories: spiritual, healing, and fortifying. It is revered for its potent purifying and grounding properties, often employed to dispel negative energy, enhance concentration, and heighten consciousness. It serves as a pivotal component in sacred rituals and ceremonies, facilitating a deeper connection with the spiritual realm, fostering self-awareness, and promoting healing and growth.*

To learn more about Rapeh, visit our What is Rapé? page.

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