Matcha Bowl - Ash Glaze “Goldfish and Flowing Stream” by Ryoji

Soft matcha bowls reflecting the four seasons Ryohei Nakamura's matcha bowls are characterized by the gentle texture of ash glaze and delicate paintings of seasonal flowers and plants. Each design, such as green maple leaves, cherry blossoms, irises, and autumn leaves, which allow you to feel the Japanese four seasons up close, is carefully hand-painted. While inheriting the tradition of Kyo-yaki and Kiyomizu-yaki ware, they are finished with a gentle appearance that naturally blends into daily life. For tea ceremony and daily tea breaks They are suitable for use in the tea ceremony, and also recommended for enjoying matcha casually at home. The gentle shape that fits comfortably in the hand and the calm colors make you feel the changing seasons each time you use them, enriching your daily tea time. Discovering vessels that celebrate the seasons At Kotopotter, we offer a selection of works by Ryohei Nakamura featuring seasonal flowers and plants. Enjoy the different expressions of each bowl and find a piece that reflects your favorite season. Delivered in a wooden box signed by the artist The matcha bowls will be sent in a wooden box signed by the artist. Suitable for storage, the special presentation also makes them an ideal gift. *You can choose whether or not to have it gift-wrapped. A word from the owner This is Ryoji-san's matcha bowl, depicting goldfish and flowing water on a soft ash glaze background. It portrays a refreshing summer waterside scene with gracefully swimming goldfish and flowing water. The rustic and warm texture of the ash-glazed vessel highlights the vibrant colors of the goldfish, creating a cool and refreshing ambiance. This bowl, which evokes a sense of coolness just by looking at it, is a perfect fit for a summer tea ceremony.