Matcha and the Chawan

Matcha is traditionally prepared in a tea bowl known as a chawan. To fully enjoy this ritual, gently hold the chawan with both hands and sip the freshly whisked matcha directly from the bowl.

Specifications

• Dimensions: 5.5" × 5.0" × 2.5"
• Material: Ceramic
• Capacity:
  • 8oz
  • Ideal for whisking: 4 oz (120 mL)
• Origin: Gifu Prefecture, Japan (Mino-yaki)

The Chawan

Our chawan are crafted in collaboration with skilled Japanese artisans, tailored to meet our specific design requirements. The wide and deep shape is intentionally created to facilitate the smooth, circular motion needed for whisking matcha—whether preparing frothy usucha or thick koicha. These bowls are lightweight, comfortable to hold, and beautifully balanced, enhancing your tea experience with their thoughtful craftsmanship.

Mino-yaki: A Ceramic Tradition

Hailing from the mountainous Gifu Prefecture, Mino-yaki is one of Japan's most celebrated pottery traditions, cherished for over 1,300 years. This region’s artisans are renowned for their ability to create ceramics with exceptional quality and aesthetic appeal. Using locally sourced clay, they shape and fire each piece by hand, ensuring that every bowl reflects the legacy of Japanese tea culture.

A Captivating Glaze

This chawan features a sleek, tapered design with a slightly curved lip that enhances the smooth sensation of sipping matcha. The dark, glossy glaze makes the vibrant green tea appear even more striking, turning every serving into a visual and sensory delight.

After finishing your tea, take a moment to admire the glaze. Its smooth, glassy surface shimmers with gold-brown flecks that create subtle variations in texture, including tiny bumps on the rim. These unique details are the result of meticulous craftsmanship and the unpredictable beauty of kiln firing.

The glaze’s color ranges from deep onyx to black-brown, depending on its position in the kiln. This firing process ensures that no two bowls are alike, making each chawan a one-of-a-kind creation. The intricate effort behind this glaze reflects the artisan’s dedication to both function and artistry, producing a piece that is as stunning as it is practical.