{"product_id":"ichinyo_matchabowl_202501_seikaiha","title":"Cylindrical Matcha Bowl -Pale Asagi “Blue Ocean Waves” by Ichinyo","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Cylindrical Matcha Bowl Seigaiha Ichinyo Kyoto pottery\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC04889.jpg?v=1770461506\"\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Vivid Matcha Bowl Crafted by a Master of Kyoto Pottery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIchinyo Yamamoto, a ceramic artist based in Uji, Kyoto, specializes in traditional Kyo-ware and Kiyomizu-ware pottery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith over fifty years of experience, he creates handmade ceramic matcha bowls that combine technical mastery with bold artistic presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a distinctive piece that elevates daily rituals and brings refined Japanese craftsmanship into modern life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal as a meaningful gift or as a sophisticated addition to your collection of Japan-made pottery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC08493_b4691973-6d11-4565-9b31-e02531a49227.jpg?v=1747201161\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Cylindrical Matcha Bowl Seigaiha detail Kyoto ceramic\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC04594-2.jpg?v=1770461506\"\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC08493_3efd8d4a-2388-43d2-a037-b65166b3b5a3.jpg?v=1747388458\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBrilliant Color and Dimensional Depth of Kōchi Glaze\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe defining feature of this ceramic work is its luminous, transparent color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinished in Kōchi glaze—an expressive glazing tradition unique to Kyoto—it achieves a vivid clarity rarely found in traditional pottery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe raised framing surrounding the motifs is carefully built up by hand, adding sculptural dimension and tactile richness to the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach detail reflects the precision and refinement of Japanese handmade ceramic craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Seigaiha pattern Kyoto matcha bowl\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC04596-2.jpg?v=1770461506\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTraditional Kyoto Beauty for Everyday Rituals\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis matcha bowl represents the union of decades of experience and refined design sensibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA masterful example of traditional Kyoto pottery, it can be used in tea gatherings, enjoyed as a winter ritual piece, or displayed as a striking decorative accent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts cylindrical form offers a comfortable grip and retains warmth effectively, making it especially suitable for cooler seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC00495-2.jpg?v=1754051882\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePresented in a Wooden Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis matcha bowl is delivered in a wooden presentation box selected to complement the character of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lid is inscribed by the artist’s own hand, serving as authentication and enhancing its value as a traditional Japanese ceramic work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for personal enjoyment or as a thoughtful gift for celebrations and commemorative occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlease allow up to two weeks for the wooden box to be prepared.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"owner-comment-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"owner-illustration\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"108\" width=\"108\" alt=\"Owner illustration\" 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