{"product_id":"matchabowl_-moon-and-rabbit","title":"Matcha Bowl - Rabbit in the Moon by Zensho","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Handmade Kyoto Pottery Matcha Bowl\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC00939.jpg?v=1755937605\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGraceful Form Rooted in Tradition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis handmade matcha bowl is a fine example of Kyo-ware \/ Kiyomizu-ware pottery from Kyoto, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a history of more than 400 years, the traditional craftsmanship is reflected in the smooth wheel-thrown curves and the delicate hand-painted motifs, each created with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Japanese Ceramic Matcha Bowl\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC00925-2.jpg?v=1755937605\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Peaceful Matcha Moment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for authentic tea gatherings, yet equally ideal for enjoying a quiet cup of matcha at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis traditional ceramic bowl also makes a graceful interior accent, softening the mood of any space. From morning tea to afternoon breaks or entertaining guests, it enriches everyday life with elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Traditional Handmade Pottery Bowl\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC00938.jpg?v=1755937604\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePresented in a Wooden Box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis matcha bowl makes a thoughtful handmade gift for someone special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the harmony of Kyoto’s pottery traditions and refined artisan skills with this unique piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Artist\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYoshinobu Yamaoka (Shosho)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBorn in Mie Prefecture, 1942\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraduated from Kyoto Ceramic Training School in 1959, apprenticed under Master Yoshimine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBecame independent in 1969, receiving the artist name “Shosho”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelected for the Tanko Biennale Tea Ceremony Art Exhibition, 1992–1998\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReceived the Governor’s Prize three times at the Kyoto Overglaze Ceramic Exhibition, 1998\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAwarded at the Kyoto Prefectural Design Competition twice (2000–2008)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAwarded five times at the Kyo-ware \u0026amp; Kiyomizu-ware Exhibition (2000–2008)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelected for the National Traditional Craftsmen’s Exhibition, 2001\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeld “Shosho Exhibition” at Mitsukoshi Department Store, Tokyo, 2002\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertified as a Traditional Craftsman, 2006\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeld “Shosho Exhibition” at Takashimaya, Kyoto, 2008\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReceived the Uji City Tourism Association President’s Award, 2010\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommended at the National Traditional Craftsmen’s Conference, 2011\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppeared on NHK’s “Bi no Tsubo” (The Mark of Beauty), 2012\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReceived the Kyoto Ceramic Cooperative Federation President’s Award, 2013\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"owner-comment-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"owner-illustration\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"108\" width=\"108\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/IMG_3946.png?v=1734679129\" alt=\"Owner illustration\"\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\u003eThis handmade ceramic matcha bowl depicts two rabbits playing in silver moonlight among autumn grasses, evoking the beauty of late autumn in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe silver-painted moon and the gold accents outlining the rabbits create a design that is both delicate and luminous—an exquisite seasonal piece for enjoying matcha in autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\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      text-align: left;\n      margin: 0;\n  }\n  .owner-comment {\n      font-size: 1em;\n      color: #333;\n      line-height: 1.5;\n      margin-top: 10px;\n  }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"KOTOPOTTER","offers":[{"title":"For home use (wooden box)","offer_id":51294464082239,"sku":"matchabowl_ moon-and-rabbit","price":154.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Gift wrapping (wooden box)","offer_id":51294464115007,"sku":"matchabowl_ moon-and-rabbit","price":154.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC00925.jpg?v=1755937605","url":"https:\/\/www.kotopotter.jp\/en-int\/products\/matchabowl_-moon-and-rabbit","provider":"KOTOPOTTER","version":"1.0","type":"link"}