{"product_id":"kaihou-matchabowl-akaji-kinsai-shippo-souka","title":"Matcha Bowl – Red Ground with Gilded Shippo Floral Design by Yohei","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC04151.jpg?v=1767679915\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKiyomizu Ware Tea Ceramics by Kaifū Yagi\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted in Yamashiro, Kyoto—an area close to Uji and deeply rooted in Japanese tea culture—this matcha bowl is created by Kaifū Yagi, a kiln master dedicated to traditional tea ceramics from Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts precise form and refined silhouette reflect years of handmade craftsmanship, shaped with a deep understanding of Kyoto pottery and the aesthetics of tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC04041_55596712-6e61-4d13-ae8e-d2caa16f9f11.jpg?v=1767679915\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHand-Painted Details, Each One Unique\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach matcha bowl is finished by hand, with subtle variations in brushwork and spacing that give every piece its own distinct character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo two bowls are exactly alike—this individuality is a defining quality of handmade ceramic art and part of the joy of choosing a piece that feels personal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC04046-2.jpg?v=1767679915\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical Elegance for Tea Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the depth of the bowl to the comfort of the rim and the balance in hand, every detail is thoughtfully shaped with everyday use in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for both regular practice and relaxed daily tea moments, this bowl quietly enhances the experience of preparing and enjoying matcha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTea Ceramic Artist: Kaifū Yagi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in 1950 in Yamashiro, Kyoto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter completing his studies at the Kyoto Prefectural Ceramic Training School, he apprenticed under the first-generation ceramic artist Josui Kato.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecializing in traditional Kyo-ware and Kiyomizu-ware tea ceramics, he has received numerous awards at major ceramic art exhibitions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2003, he was officially recognized as a Traditional Craftsman of Kiyomizu Ware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe continues to create pottery at his studio in Yamashiro-Taga, Kyoto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"owner-comment-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"owner-illustration\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"108\" width=\"108\" alt=\"Owner illustration\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/IMG_3946.png?v=1734679129\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"owner-info\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"owner-name\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eOwner’s Comment\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"owner-comment\"\u003eShippo motifs and floral patterns are rendered in refined gold over a vivid red ground. The glossy red glaze beautifully highlights the deep green of matcha, while the gold detailing brings the overall design into elegant balance. A versatile matcha bowl that allows you to enjoy the harmony between tea and ceramic throughout the seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.owner-comment-box {\n  display: flex;\n  align-items: center;\n  padding: 20px;\n  border: 1px solid #ddd;\n  background-color: #F3F3F3;\n  border-radius: 10px;\n}\n.owner-illustration {\n  margin-right: 20px;\n}\n.owner-illustration img {\n  width: 108px;\n  height: 108px;\n  border-radius: 50%;\n}\n.owner-info {\n  flex: 1;\n}\n.owner-name {\n  font-size: 1.2em;\n  color: #333;\n  font-weight: bold;\n  margin: 0;\n}\n.owner-comment {\n  font-size: 1em;\n  color: #333;\n  line-height: 1.6;\n  margin-top: 10px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"KOTOPOTTER","offers":[{"title":"For home use (paper box included)","offer_id":51695358017855,"sku":"kaihou-matchabowl-akaji-kinsai-shippo-souka","price":91.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Gift wrapping (paper box)","offer_id":51695358050623,"sku":"kaihou-matchabowl-akaji-kinsai-shippo-souka","price":91.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC04041_0b3b9f29-3a45-47ea-a941-b91c518ff9da.jpg?v=1767679687","url":"https:\/\/www.kotopotter.jp\/en-int\/products\/kaihou-matchabowl-akaji-kinsai-shippo-souka","provider":"KOTOPOTTER","version":"1.0","type":"link"}