Wood-Fired Matcha Bowl, Slight Imperfection # 96222

This matcha bowl, or chawan, combines a generous opening with a stable foot and gently rounded body. The substantial walls feel reassuring during whisking, while the softly uneven rim and mottled surface provide a natural tactile character.

The chawan is the traditional bowl for preparing and drinking matcha in Japan, with its tea culture influenced by earlier Chinese traditions. Its wide interior leaves room for the bamboo whisk and presents the foamed tea directly at the table.

Made in China, this bowl shows wood-fired effects through smoky brown, grey, pink, and pale areas across the glaze, with darker marks around the rim. Rinse it soon after use, wipe it dry, and handle the irregular fired surface carefully.