{"product_id":"ryohji_matchabowl_kintsugi","title":"Matcha bowl - Persimmon leaf glaze \"KINTSUGI relief\" by Ryoji","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cimg \n    alt='Matcha Bowl \"Kintsugi Motif\" with Persimmon Leaf Glaze by Ryoji Nakamura | KOTOPOTTER' \n    src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC03614.jpg?v=1764391786\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Graceful Form Rooted in Tradition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  This handmade matcha bowl is a fine example of traditional Kyoto pottery, crafted with warmth and care.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  With over 400 years of history behind Kyo-ware and Kiyomizu-ware, time-honored techniques come to life in its softly curved wheel-thrown form and delicately hand-painted details. Each bowl reflects the quiet beauty and skill passed down through generations in Kyoto, Japan.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cimg \n    alt='Matcha Bowl \"Kintsugi Motif\" with Persimmon Leaf Glaze by Ryoji Nakamura | KOTOPOTTER' \n    src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC03544-2.jpg?v=1764391786\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Moment of Calm, Japanese Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Ideal for traditional tea practice, this matcha bowl is equally suited for enjoying a quiet moment at home with a warm bowl of matcha.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  It also works beautifully as a decorative accent, bringing a gentle, calming presence to your space. From morning rituals to afternoon tea or welcoming guests, this ceramic piece naturally blends into everyday life.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cimg \n    alt='Matcha Bowl \"Kintsugi Motif\" with Persimmon Leaf Glaze by Ryoji Nakamura | KOTOPOTTER' \n    src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC03555.jpg?v=1764391786\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Bowl That Reveals the Artisan’s Hand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  This piece also makes a thoughtful and meaningful gift for someone special.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Experience a quiet moment of Japanese tradition, where Kyoto craftsmanship and handmade artistry come together in a single bowl.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eArtist Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRyoji Nakamura\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBorn in 1955 in Higashiyama, Kyoto\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1979: Completed studies at Kyoto Prefectural Ceramic Training School\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTrained under Shunpo Inoue, Suiun Nakamura, and Shuhō Nakamura\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"owner-comment-box\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"owner-illustration\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg \n      src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/IMG_3946.png?v=1734679129\" \n      alt=\"Owner illustration\"\u003e\n  \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\u003e\n      This matcha bowl features a unique design inspired by kintsugi, the traditional Japanese art of repairing pottery with gold—here intentionally transformed into a decorative motif.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      The subdued, earthy glaze reminiscent of aged persimmon leaves is accented by bold gold lines that move freely across the surface, creating a striking yet refined presence.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\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\n.owner-illustration {\n  margin-right: 20px;\n}\n\n.owner-illustration img {\n  width: 108px;\n  height: 108px;\n  border-radius: 50%;\n}\n\n.owner-info {\n  flex: 1;\n}\n\n.owner-name {\n  font-size: 1.2em;\n  color: #333;\n  font-weight: bold;\n  margin: 0;\n}\n\n.owner-info p {\n  font-size: 1em;\n  color: #333;\n  line-height: 1.6;\n  margin-top: 10px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n","brand":"KOTOPOTTER","offers":[{"title":"For home use (wooden box)","offer_id":51605367161151,"sku":"ryohji_matchabowl_kintsugi","price":177.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gift wrapping (wooden box)","offer_id":51605367193919,"sku":"ryohji_matchabowl_kintsugi","price":177.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC03544.jpg?v=1764391786","url":"https:\/\/www.kotopotter.jp\/en-int\/products\/ryohji_matchabowl_kintsugi","provider":"KOTOPOTTER","version":"1.0","type":"link"}