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[Kyoto,Japan] Kyo-ware / Kiyomizu-ware

Matcha bowl -Ash glaze"white camellia" by Sojun

Matcha bowl -Ash glaze"white camellia" by Sojun

$54.00 USD
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Matcha Bowl – White Camellia on Gray Glaze | KOTOPOTTER

Elegant Hand-painted Matcha Bowl from Kyoto

This handmade Kyoto matcha bowl features a white camellia motif delicately emerging from a subdued gray glaze. The soft tones and refined overglaze painting express the quiet beauty of Japanese traditional pottery.

Each brushstroke captures the artist’s deep sensibility, reflecting the elegant atmosphere of Kyoto through harmony and restraint.

The gently rounded form, shaped by hand on the potter’s wheel, is a testament to Jyosui Kato’s mastery of the Iroe (colored overglaze) technique passed down for generations.

Kyoto Pottery Matcha Bowl – White Camellia Design | KOTOPOTTER

A Quiet Moment of Beauty

Whether for a formal tea ceremony or a simple cup of matcha at home, this Kyoto ceramic bowl enhances the moment with grace and calm.

Its serene palette and elegant design bring a refined stillness to any interior, reflecting the natural transition from winter to early spring.

The smooth surface and gentle weight make it an ideal piece to enjoy peaceful tea rituals inspired by the Japanese sense of season.

Handmade Kyoto Ceramic Matcha Bowl – Gray Glaze with Camellia | KOTOPOTTER

The Refined Art of Kyoto Overglaze Painting

Jyosui Kato carries forward the legacy of Edo-period Kyoto ceramics, depicting natural motifs with a soft color palette and delicate brushwork.

His works blend precision and emotion, capturing the spirit of traditional Japanese aesthetics and craftsmanship.

This hand-painted Kyoto matcha bowl makes a meaningful gift from Japan—a piece that brings quiet sophistication to both daily use and special occasions.

Delivered in an Exclusive KOTOPOTTER Gift Box

This matcha bowl is carefully packaged in a KOTOPOTTER original gift box, perfect for tea lovers 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 dedicated his career to Iroe Kyoto pottery, exhibiting at numerous Kyo-ware and Kiyomizu-ware exhibitions.

In the 1990s, he received the Governor of Kyoto Award and the Mayor of Kyoto Award.
In 2020, he was recognized as a Contemporary Master Craftsman by Japan’s Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare.
He continues to lead Jyosui Togakaen, preserving and evolving Kyoto’s rich ceramic heritage.

Shop Owner Illustration

Owner's Comment

The soft gray glaze and white camellia bloom give this bowl a serene presence.

Its subtle contrast conveys quiet elegance, perfect for winter and early spring tea gatherings.

A bowl that adds a touch of peaceful beauty to your tea moments.

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Potter

JOSUI Ceramic Studio

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Dimensions & Weight

Edge diameter 125
Height 76 (mm)

270g

※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.

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