Matcha Bowl - Gold-Accented “Cranes at Dawn” by Ichinyo

A Vivid Matcha Bowl Crafted by a Master of Kyoto Pottery

Ichinyo Yamamoto, a ceramic artist based in Uji, Kyoto, works within the enduring tradition of Kyo-ware and Kiyomizu-ware pottery.

With over fifty years of experience, he creates handmade ceramic matcha bowls that combine disciplined craftsmanship with expressive seasonal design.

This is a piece that brings clarity and presence to everyday tea rituals.

Ideal as a meaningful gift or as a distinguished addition to a collection of traditional Japanese ceramic art.

Radiant Kōchi Glaze and Dimensional Detail

The defining feature of this ceramic work is its luminous clarity and vibrant color.

Finished in Kōchi glaze—a glazing tradition distinctive to Kyoto—the surface achieves depth and brilliance unique to traditional Japanese pottery.

The raised framing around each motif is carefully built by hand, adding sculptural dimension and refined structure.

Subtle touches of gold accenting introduce warmth and light across the composition.

Kyoto Ceramic Art with Auspicious Meaning

This matcha bowl features a landscape reminiscent of mountains illuminated at sunrise, accompanied by a crane ascending into the sky.

The crane, long regarded in Japan as a symbol of longevity and good fortune, is positioned to suggest renewal and uplift.

Soft gold accents reflect light gently across the surface, giving the bowl a celebratory presence.

A distinguished example of traditional Kyoto ceramic art, suitable for tea gatherings, New Year occasions, or commemorative moments.

Presented in a Wooden Box

This matcha bowl is delivered in a wooden presentation box selected to complement the character of the piece.

The lid is inscribed by the artist’s own hand, serving as authentication and reinforcing its value as a handmade ceramic work from Kyoto, Japan.

Appropriate for personal use or as a thoughtful gift marking significant milestones.

Please allow up to two weeks for the wooden box to be prepared.

Owner's Comment

This matcha bowl depicts mountains glowing at sunrise with a crane ascending into the open sky.

The composition suggests the clarity and optimism of a new beginning, with the crane symbolizing longevity and auspicious fortune in Japanese tradition.

Gold accents are applied sparingly, adding warmth and celebratory brilliance without overwhelming the design.

A bowl well suited for New Year gatherings or meaningful milestones, expressing Ichinyo Yamamoto’s refined interpretation of traditional Kyoto ceramic symbolism.