This matcha bowl has a broad rounded body, gently irregular walls, and a sturdy raised foot, offering a reassuring hold during whisking. Its wide opening also makes it easy to work a bamboo whisk through the tea without catching the rim.
Chawan, the Japanese word for tea bowl, is the vessel used in the matcha tradition. The form is held in both hands, admired before drinking, and shaped to support whisking, presenting, and sipping powdered tea.
Made in China, this wood-fired bowl carries pale ash-like tones, olive and brown variation, and darker patches where the flame affected the surface. Rinse it after use, clean away matcha residue, and let it dry thoroughly before storing.
