Matcha Bowl -Holy Night by Noboru

Elegant Form Inspired by Tradition

This handmade matcha bowl embodies the warmth of Kyo-ware and Kiyomizu-ware pottery. With over 400 years of history, its graceful wheel-thrown curves and delicate hand-painted motifs carry on the legacy of Kyoto’s traditional craftsmanship.

A Moment of Calm and Warmth

Perfect for formal tea gatherings or for enjoying a quiet cup of matcha at home, this bowl brings a sense of tranquility to your day. Its presence also enhances your space as a piece of art, evoking a gentle, traditional Japanese atmosphere. From morning tea to an afternoon break or entertaining guests, it enriches every occasion with subtle beauty.

Feel the Artisan’s Craft in Every Detail

This special handcrafted matcha bowl from Kyoto, Japan makes a meaningful and elegant gift. Experience the harmony of Japanese tradition and artistry through this enchanting piece that blends craftsmanship and imagination.

Presented in an Exclusive KOTOPOTTER Gift Box

This traditional matcha bowl comes carefully packaged in an original KOTOPOTTER gift box, making it ideal as a refined and heartfelt gift for tea enthusiasts or admirers of handmade Kyoto pottery.

*Please select whether you would like gift wrapping included.

Artist Profile

Noboru Yamaoka
Born in Mie Prefecture in 1942.
Graduated from Kyoto Ceramic Training School in 1959.
Trained for ten years under Zenjiro Ueyama.
Established his own studio “Yamaoka Togakuen” in 1969 and received the artist name “Yamaoka Noboru.”
Exhibited at the 1990 International Garden and Greenery Exposition (Expo ’90).
Selected three times for the Kyo-ware and Kiyomizu-ware Exhibition.
Accepted at the 1992 Tanko Biennale Tea Art Competition.
Received the Kyoto Mayor’s Award at the Kyoto Overglaze Enamel Ceramic Art Exhibition in 1998.
Recipient of the Kyoto Governor’s Award three times, and multiple awards at the Kyoto Craft Design Competition.

Owner’s Comment

This matcha bowl depicts a dreamy winter scene of Santa riding a sleigh under a starry night sky.

It combines a charming, storybook-like atmosphere with the refined precision of Kyoto’s traditional painting techniques.