This tenmoku-gata Kyo-yaki chawan (matcha bowl) features a beige exterior glaze decorated with chrysanthemums respresenting the Japanese Imperial family and the paulowinas, originally the mon (crest) of the Toyotomi clan but now used to represent the Japanese government. Its deep black interior glaze beautifully contrasts with the green color of matcha. Made by Kiyama (貴山)


Kyo-yaki (京焼) is a type of Japanese pottery that traditionally comes from Kyoto, Japan. The pottery traditions of Kyoto date back to the 5th century and are varied in their styles.

Dimensions:

12.2cm (4.8in) - width
6.5cm (2.6in) - height
200ml - capacity

Condition: Excellent

This vintage Japanese item ships from Thailand