{"product_id":"matchabowl_ookiku","title":"Matcha bowl -Chrysanthemum by Toru","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gallery\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC09234.jpg?v=1749273715\" alt=\"Handmade ceramic matcha bowl\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGraceful Form That Brings Tradition to Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis handmade ceramic matcha bowl embodies the warm touch of kyoto’s 400-year-old pottery tradition. Its wheel-thrown curves and individually hand-painted motifs showcase the artistry of traditional japan craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gallery\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC09184-2.jpg?v=1749273715\" alt=\"Matcha bowl in a serene tea setting\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Serene Moment of Japanese Tea Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for formal tea ceremonies or a peaceful matcha break at home, this bowl brings a moment of calm and elegance to every sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also doubles as a beautiful decorative piece—brightening your space during morning tea, afternoon gatherings, or when hosting guests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gallery\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC09190-2.jpg?v=1749273715\" alt=\"Close-up of artisan details\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience True Artisan Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA perfect gift for someone special or a treat for yourself. Let this bowl transport you to the heart of kyoto’s traditional pottery art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"25\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"23\" data-start=\"4\"\u003eSecure Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC07135.jpg?v=1741257095\" alt=\"\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC07135.jpg?v=1741257095\"\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/a728fd9f61e94f72feaf891065efba42_160x160.jpg?v=1747901346\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/a728fd9f61e94f72feaf891065efba42_160x160.jpg?v=1747901346\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"155\" data-start=\"26\"\u003eEach item is carefully packaged in a\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"96\" data-start=\"63\"\u003eKOTOPOTTER's original gift box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003eand shipped with\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"134\" data-start=\"114\"\u003einsured delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003efor peace of mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"287\" data-start=\"157\"\u003eTo ensure safe delivery,\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"228\" data-start=\"182\"\u003ethe owner personally handles all packaging\u003c\/strong\u003e, carefully wrapping each piece with attention to detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"351\" data-start=\"289\"\u003eShop with confidence, knowing your pottery will arrive safely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"icons\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist Profiles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOgura-tei Kiln\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBorn 1944 in Kyoto City\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraduated 1962, Ceramic Department, Kyoto Municipal Hiyoshioka High School\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1963, Completed training at the Ceramic Craftsmen School\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1965, Graduated from Kyoto Industrial Testing Laboratory Advanced Course\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1970, Co-founded Tansan Craft Village\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1974, First solo exhibition at Kyoto Kiku Gallery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1992, Certified as a Traditional Crafts Master\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2012, Passed away, leaving behind a legacy of traditional craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReiko Ogura\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBorn 1975 in Uji’s Tansan region\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraduated 2000, Ritsumeikan University, Faculty of Letters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2001, Graduated Kyoto Prefectural Ceramic Technical College\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2002, Graduated Kyoto Industrial Testing Laboratory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2004, Participated in Kyoto’s “Young Artisans Abroad” program in Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2014, Selected for the Kyoyaki \u0026amp; Kiyomizu exhibition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"owner-comment-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"owner-illustration\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/IMG_3946.png?v=1734679129\" alt=\"Shop owner illustration\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"owner-info\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"owner-name\"\u003eOwner’s Comment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"owner-comment\"\u003e“The warm, earthy texture and the large chrysanthemum motif beautifully capture the spirit of autumn tea gatherings. 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