Matcha Bowl - “Murasaki Shikibu & Wisteria” by Ichinyo

A Vivid Matcha Bowl Crafted by a Master of Kyoto Pottery

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

With over fifty years of experience, he creates handmade ceramic matcha bowls that combine disciplined craftsmanship with refined narrative design.

This piece brings depth and cultural resonance to everyday tea rituals.

Appropriate as a meaningful gift or as a distinctive 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 sculptural structure and compositional balance.

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

Kyoto Ceramic Art Inspired by Classical Literature

This matcha bowl features Murasaki Shikibu—the Heian-period court author of The Tale of Genji—accompanied by cascading wisteria blossoms.

The quiet elegance of the figure, paired with the softly descending flowers, evokes the refined atmosphere of classical Kyoto culture.

The gentle pink ground envelops the scene, creating harmony between the literary motif and the floral design.

A traditional Japanese ceramic work that carries narrative depth and cultural heritage within a functional tea vessel.

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 thoughtful gift for cultural or commemorative occasions.

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

Owner's Comment

This matcha bowl depicts Murasaki Shikibu, a central literary figure of the Heian court, alongside cascading wisteria blossoms.

The composition suggests a scene drawn from classical Kyoto culture, balancing narrative presence with floral elegance.

The soft pink glaze creates a gentle atmosphere that tempers the richness of the motif.

A piece that reflects Ichinyo Yamamoto’s ability to merge traditional pottery technique with literary sensibility.