Matcha Bowl - Kenzan Style “Peony” by Kakozan Kiln

Matcha Bowl Depicting Seasonal Flowers and Plants

This matcha bowl is crafted by Kako-zan Kiln, a fourth-generation pottery studio located in Gojozaka, Kyoto. Inspired by the flowers and plants that adorn Japan's four seasons, the bowl expresses beautiful seasonal landscapes. The vibrant colors evoke a simple beauty of nature, making this bowl perfect for tea ceremonies or for adding a touch of seasonal color to your daily cup of tea.

Elegant Colors Painted with Traditional Japanese Pigments

At Kako-zan Kiln, each piece is hand-painted with care, using traditional Japanese pigments. A distinctive feature is the subtle unevenness and three-dimensional effect created by layering colors with delicate brushwork and carefully applying the pigments.

The soft hues, intricate details, and the expressive brushstrokes unique to hand-painting harmonize with the warm texture of the pottery and the ornate designs. This allows for a rich and varied aesthetic depending on the viewing angle and lighting.

Kako-zan Kiln's Ware, Inheriting the Style of Kenzan

The artistic style of Kako-zan Kiln carries on the aesthetic sensibility of Ogata Kenzan, a leading potter of the Edo period. Kenzan was a master artisan who created many free-spirited and elegant works, combining the rustic texture of pottery with painterly designs, often depicting familiar nature themes such as flowers and plants.

Kako-zan Kiln's ware utilizes the warm characteristics unique to earthenware, while expressively depicting nature's four seasons. Inheriting the aesthetic sensibilities of Kyo-yaki, which began with Kenzan, these matcha bowls are finished with a vibrant yet approachable design that can be enjoyed in modern life.