{"product_id":"josui_matchabowl_haiyukatakuri","title":"Matcha bowl -Ash Glaze “Katakuri” by Sojun","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC02711.jpg?v=1761203712\" alt=\"Matcha Bowl – Katakuri Flower Design | KOTOPOTTER\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGraceful Hand-painted Matcha Bowl from Kyoto\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003ematcha bowl\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cstrong\u003eKyoto, Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e embodies the refined charm of \u003cstrong\u003eKyo-ware and Kiyomizu-ware pottery\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring a delicate hand-painted motif that captures the essence of Kyoto’s natural beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach brushstroke reflects the artisan’s gentle touch and sensitivity, expressing the quiet grace and elegance of traditional Japanese aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe softly rounded form, shaped on the potter’s wheel, reveals the mastery of 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