lau fā (pandanus leaf) has been used to produce the tia structure that covers and connects to create the entire kato. A small button-like node has been attached to the outside of the kato where a small braid of lau fā fibre has been used to fasten over this for the purpose of closing the lid. A black dyed pinnule of lau fā has been used to define a circular border around the surface of the lid. A small woven node protrudes from the centre of the lid. The same kind of black dyed lau fā has also been used to define a diamond checkered pattern along the handle of the kato. This style of kato would be used to present or collect flowers.