This Kyo-yaki chawan (matcha bowl) is decorated with a kabuto (兜), helmet worn by a samurai, a common motif for Kodomo no Hi (子供の日 - Children's Day/Boys' Day) in Japan. The interior is decorated with a single ayame (アヤメ): an iris, a flower often associated with May which is when Kodomo no Hi is observed.
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
7.6cm (3in) - height
450ml - capacity
Condition: Very good
This vintage Japanese item ships from Thailand.
