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Matcha bowl -Bamboo by Kiraku

Matcha bowl -Bamboo by Kiraku

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Matcha Bowl – Bamboo and Golden Mist Design | KOTOPOTTER

Elegant Hand-painted Matcha Bowl from Kyoto

This matcha bowl represents the refined beauty of Kyo-ware and Kiyomizu-ware pottery, handmade and hand-painted in Kyoto, Japan. The graceful depiction of bamboo and young shoots captures the spirit of renewal that marks the beginning of a new year.

Each brushstroke reflects the painter’s delicate artistry, embodying the serene and graceful atmosphere of Kyoto’s traditional aesthetics.

The soft, rounded form created on the potter’s wheel brings out the brilliance of the Iroe (colored overglaze) technique mastered by Jyosui Kato, a celebrated Kyoto craftsman preserving centuries-old traditions.

Kyoto Pottery Matcha Bowl – Hand-painted Bamboo Motif | KOTOPOTTER

Experience the Seasons through Tea

Perfect for a traditional tea ceremony or a quiet afternoon at home, this handcrafted Kyoto ceramic bowl evokes a sense of freshness and vitality reminiscent of spring’s arrival.

Even when displayed, its hand-painted design and subtle luster bring elegance and calm to any room, reflecting the ever-changing beauty of nature.

The comfortable form fits naturally in your hands, making it an ideal piece to accompany moments of mindfulness and tranquility in your daily life.

Handmade Kyoto Matcha Bowl – Gold Mist and Bamboo Design | KOTOPOTTER

The Beauty of Kyoto Hand-painting

Jyosui Kato continues the legacy of Edo-period Kyoto pottery, carrying forward the aesthetics of realism and natural beauty into the modern age.

He depicts seasonal flora and auspicious motifs using delicate brushwork and soft color gradients, celebrating the harmony of Japanese traditional craftsmanship.

This hand-painted Kyoto matcha bowl embodies the warmth of human touch and is a wonderful gift for tea enthusiasts who appreciate refined Japanese ceramic art.

Delivered in an Exclusive KOTOPOTTER Gift Box

This matcha bowl is delivered in a KOTOPOTTER original gift box, perfect for special occasions or collectors of handmade Japanese pottery. Please select whether you would like it gift-wrapped.

Artist Biography

Issei Kato (Art name: Jyosui)
Born in Toki City, Gifu Prefecture, Japan, in the 1930s
Graduated from Kyoto Prefectural Ceramic Technical Training Institute in the 1950s
Studied under Fukuda Shosai (Rikisaburo) to master overglaze painting techniques
Founded Jyosui Togakaen Studio in Imakumano, Higashiyama, Kyoto, in 1961

He has since dedicated his life to Iroe Kyoto pottery, earning numerous awards at Kyo-ware and Kiyomizu-ware exhibitions.

In the 1990s, he received both the Governor of Kyoto Award and the Mayor of Kyoto Award.
In 2020, he was honored as a Contemporary Master Craftsman by Japan’s Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare.
He continues to lead Jyosui Togakaen, passing on Kyoto’s ceramic heritage with quiet dedication.

Shop Owner Illustration

Owner's Comment

The elegant design of tall bamboo and young shoots conveys a sense of purity and renewal.

Soft golden mist glimmers across the surface, adding a refined touch of celebration.

This dignified matcha bowl is especially suited for New Year gatherings or spring tea ceremonies, bringing quiet strength and grace to the moment.

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Potter

JOSUI Ceramic Studio

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Dimensions & Weight

Edge diameter 122
Height 79 (mm)

230g

※Due to the handmade nature, there may be individual variations.

Ceramic Type & Care

Ceramic Type: Pottery , overglaze/gold painting

Care Instructions

Do not use in microwave ovens
Dishwasher not allowed
Oven not recommended

※Details about the types of ceramics can be found here.

Shipping Information

[Japan]

  • Free shipping
  • Ships within 1-4 days
  • Delivered by Yu-Pack (Japan Post)

[Outside Japan]

  • Flat rate shipping fee of 1,000 yen
  • Free shipping on purchases over 20,000 yen (or equivalent in other currencies)
  • Ships within 1-4 days

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