Japanese RAKU CHAWAN Handmade Matcha Tea Cup Bowl - Traditional Tea Ceremony Pottery with Kanji Signature Box

This Japanese RAKU CHAWAN is a handmade pottery bowl designed for the traditional tea ceremony, offering tea lovers an authentic matcha tea cup experience that enhances flavor and warmth. Crafted using the hand-coiled ceramic technique, this ohitachawan tea bowl features a distinctive amber glaze chawan finish, providing both rustic charm and insulating properties that keep your tea at the perfect temperature. Sized at approximately 7.5 cm in height and 12.1 cm in width (3 in × 4.8 in) and weighing 304 grams (10.7 oz), it fits comfortably in the hand for an ideal tea ceremony ritual. The bowl comes boxed with a kanji signature box, affirming its authenticity and quality.

This tea ceremony bowl originates from the Ōhi-yaki tradition of Raku ware, which has thrived for over 350 years in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture. Its warm brownish amegusuri glaze produces a soft sheen that creates a calming atmosphere during every use. The handmade pottery bowl is made without a potter's wheel, emphasizing its unique wabi sabi pottery style that values imperfection and natural beauty.

Key features:

- Hand-coiled ceramic construction → ensures each piece is one-of-a-kind with a comfortable, soft mouthfeel

- Amber glaze chawan → adds a warm, rustic aesthetic that blends seamlessly into any setting

- Insulating tea cup design → maintains matcha’s ideal drinking temperature longer

- Kanji signature box included → guarantees authenticity and makes it perfect for gifting or collection

- Size: H 3in × W 4.8in (about H7.5cm × 12.1cm), Weight: 10.7oz (304g) → convenient and practical dimensions for daily use

This ohitachawan tea bowl is prized by tea connoisseurs for its balance of form and function, reflecting centuries of Japanese culture through traditional Sado tea practices. It holds a significant place among Japanese tea utensils as an essential item for performing the revered powdered green tea preparation.

The rustic ceramic cup’s hand-crafted nature means each bowl has subtle variations that express the artisan’s touch, making your tea ceremony uniquely personal. This traditional Sado tea vessel also carries historical significance as part of Senke Jusshoku craftsmanship, recognized among ten esteemed artisans linked to the development of Wabicha during Japan’s Azuchi-Momoyama period.

Please note this antique piece is in very good condition with minor scratches and signs of aging consistent with its history, adding character rather than detracting from its value.

Enhance your matcha experience with this exquisite Japanese RAKU CHAWAN that combines beauty, tradition, and function into one collectible handmade pottery bowl.