Matcha Bowl - Pale Asagi Kōchi “Green Maple” by Ichinyo

A Vivid Matcha Bowl Crafted by a Master of Kyoto Pottery

Ichinyo Yamamoto, a ceramic artist based in Uji, Kyoto, works within the long-established tradition of Kyo-ware and Kiyomizu-ware pottery.

With over fifty years of experience, he creates handmade ceramic matcha bowls that combine refined technique with expressive seasonal design.

This piece brings clarity and freshness to everyday tea rituals.

Suitable as a thoughtful gift or as a distinguished addition to a collection of traditional Japanese ceramic art from Kyoto, Japan.

Radiant Kōchi Glaze and Dimensional Craftsmanship

The defining feature of this ceramic work is its luminous clarity and vibrant color.

Finished in Kōchi glaze—a glazing tradition distinctive to Kyoto—the surface achieves depth and brilliance characteristic of traditional Japanese pottery.

The raised framing around the motif is carefully built by hand, adding subtle sculptural dimension.

Each detail reflects the refinement and precision of handmade Kyoto ceramic craftsmanship.

Early Summer Freshness in Kyoto Ceramic Art

This matcha bowl features vibrant green maple leaves set against a soft pale-blue Kōchi ground.

The cool-toned glaze enhances the crisp clarity of the foliage, evoking the fresh air of early summer in Japan.

Touches of platinum leaf introduce a restrained shimmer, adding depth and a subtle sense of cool luminosity.

A refined handmade ceramic work from Kyoto that captures the quiet vitality of the changing season.

Presented in a Wooden Box

This matcha bowl is delivered in a wooden presentation box selected to complement the character of the piece.

The lid is inscribed by the artist’s own hand, serving as authentication and reinforcing its value as a handmade ceramic work from Kyoto, Japan.

Appropriate for personal enjoyment or as a meaningful gift for seasonal or commemorative occasions.

Please allow up to two weeks for the wooden box to be prepared.

Owner's Comment

This matcha bowl features fresh green maple leaves against a soft pale-blue Kōchi ground.

The cool blue tone highlights the vivid foliage, evoking the clear air of early summer.

Subtle accents of platinum leaf introduce a restrained brilliance and visual depth.

A refreshing seasonal expression of Ichinyo Yamamoto’s refined color sensibility within traditional Kyoto pottery.