This hantsutsu-gata Shigaraki-yaki chawan (matcha bowl) has a subtly uneven shape, with a slight waist. The coarse, warm orange Shigaraki clay is left unglazed, save for a bold patch of black ash glaze on the bowl's face and interior.

Made by Kiyama (喜山), this chawan comes in its original kiribako (wooden paulownia box).

Shigaraki-yaki (信楽焼) is a type of Japanese pottery that traditionally comes from the area around Shigaraki town in Shiga Prefecture, Japan.

The site of one of Japan’s Six Ancient Kilns, pottery has been made in Shigaraki since at least the 12th century, with some saying it started as early as 742 AD. Made from clay taken from around Lake Biwa, Japan’s largest lake, Shigaraki ware is known for its warm colours, natural aesthetic, and glassy glazes.

Dimensions:

12.4cm (4.9in) - width
7.7cm (3in) - height
300ml - capacity

Condition: Excellent

This vintage Japanese item ships from the United States