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Oribe Handmade Matcha Bowl – Keizan Kiln
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Single tea bowl • Ceramic (earthenware) • 4.7" diameter (12 cm) • Made in Japan
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Whisk matcha in the Handmade Matcha Bowl; 4.7" (12 cm) wide and 2.8" (7 cm) high, it fits comfortably in the hands, with 12.9 fl oz (380 cc) for foam. Made in Japanese earthenware ceramic, it carries natural variation in color and form. A wooden box makes it suited to gifting or daily use. Microwave-safe; dishwasher use requires care, and it is not oven-safe.
Why You’ll Love It
Earthenware warmth settles naturally into your hands
9 fl oz (380 ml) suits unhurried matcha
Wide 4.7" (12 cm) bowl makes whisking comfortable
Microwave-safe ceramic simplifies warming between servings
Deep green glaze, a broad sweep of reddish brown and exposed cream-coloured clay give this handmade Oribe matcha bowl its distinctive presence. Horizontal ridges catch the glaze in darker bands, while the gently irregular rim gives the form a character that becomes more apparent as you turn it in your hands.
Oribe Colour, Shaped by Hand
Made by Keizan Kiln in Toki, Gifu, this chawan belongs to the Mino pottery tradition. Its 彩織部 design brings contrasting areas of colour together on a compact, open form: glossy green across much of the bowl, a bold brown accent and pale clay visible beneath. The decoration follows the contours of the bowl, drawing attention to the relationship between surface and shape.
A Bowl for Your Tea Practice
At approximately 12 cm across and 7 cm high, the bowl offers an open space for preparing matcha and a form to hold with both hands. Its stated capacity is 380 ml; a serving of whisked matcha uses only part of that space, leaving room for the whisk to move. A wooden presentation box completes the piece, making it a considered gift for someone developing a tea practice or a collection of Japanese ceramics.
About Keizan Kiln
Keizan Kiln (桂山窯) works in Toki, Gifu, in the Mino pottery region. The kiln describes its approach as making each piece by hand, combining inherited techniques with its own expression. This bowl's hand-shaped form and contrasting Oribe palette bring that approach into a vessel made for preparing and drinking tea.
Product Details
Maker: Keizan Kiln (桂山窯)
Origin: Toki, Gifu, Japan · Mino ware
Material: Earthenware ceramic
Design: 彩織部 · green, reddish brown and cream
Dimensions: Approx. 12 cm diameter × 7 cm high (4.7 × 2.8 in)
Capacity: 380 ml (12.9 US fl oz); capacity is not a suggested matcha serving size
Includes: One handmade matcha bowl and a wooden presentation box
Gentle hand washing with a soft sponge is recommended. Rinse and allow the bowl to dry thoroughly before storing it in its box. Microwave-safe; not oven-safe. Dishwasher use requires care, so hand washing is the preferred option for regular use. Avoid sudden changes in temperature.
Each bowl is handmade. Glaze colour, surface expression and dimensions may vary slightly from the photographs and stated measurements.
Product Information
Material: Ceramic (earthenware)
Origin: Made in Japan
Size: 4.7" diameter × 2.8" high (12 cm diameter × 7 cm high)
Capacity: 12.9 fl oz (380 ml)
Included: 1 matcha bowl in a wooden box
Box size: 5.2" × 5.2" × 4.1" (13.2 cm × 13.2 cm × 10.5 cm)
Care: Microwave-safe; dishwasher use with care; not oven-safe
As handmade pottery, color variations and slight size differences may occur. Each bowl has its own individual expression.
Care instructions
Microwave-safe; do not use in the oven. If using a dishwasher, handle with care; gentle hand washing is recommended.
Artisan & Craft
Handmade by Keizan Kiln (桂山窯) in Toki, Gifu, this matcha bowl reflects the kiln’s commitment to individual craftsmanship within Japan’s Mino pottery tradition. Keizan combines inherited techniques with its own expressive approach, bringing together deep green Oribe glaze, reddish-brown accents and exposed pale clay. Horizontal ridges lend the bowl a tactile character, while its gently irregular form invites appreciation with every turn in the hands. Subtle variations in glaze and proportion distinguish each piece. Presented in a wooden box, it makes a considered gift for a tea enthusiast or a distinctive addition to a personal collection.
Note
As handmade pottery, each bowl may vary slightly in color, size, and individual expression. Microwave-safe and not oven-safe; if using a dishwasher, handle with care—gentle hand washing is recommended.
Questions About This Piece
Will each Handmade Matcha Bowl look exactly the same?
No. Because this is pottery, glaze colors and expressions may vary, and the size can differ slightly as the clay contracts during firing. Each bowl has its own individual character.
Is this bowl suitable for giving as a gift?
Yes. The bowl comes in a wooden box, making it a thoughtful choice for a matcha enthusiast, souvenir, or Japanese tableware gift.
Can I use the bowl in a microwave?
Yes, the bowl is microwave-safe, making it suitable for gently warming contents when needed.
How should I care for the bowl in a dishwasher?
Dishwasher use is marked as requiring care. Handle the ceramic bowl gently to help preserve its glaze and distinctive finish.
Mino ware · Gifu, Japan
Mino ware: 1,300 years of ceramic innovation
Mino ware comes from the Tono region of Gifu Prefecture, one of Japan's most important ceramic-producing areas. Over centuries, kilns in the region developed a remarkable range of styles, from restrained Shino and Oribe pieces tied to tea culture to everyday tableware for modern Japanese homes. Rather than being defined by a single look, Mino ware is known for that diversity. A ceramic tradition that has continued to evolve with the way people actually live and eat.
Mino ware, or Minoyaki, is the broad ceramic
tradition associated with the Mino region of
present-day Gifu Prefecture. Rather than describing
one fixed aesthetic, the name encompasses ceramics
with a wide range of forms, glazes and decorative
approaches developed across the region over more
than 1,300 years.
Why is Mino ware so diverse?
Mino developed as a large ceramic-producing region
rather than around one narrowly defined style.
Generations of potters experimented with different
clays, firing methods, shapes and glazes, creating
a tradition in which rustic tea wares, expressive
glazes and practical everyday tableware can all
belong to the same ceramic family.
What are Shino and Oribe?
Shino and Oribe are two of the best-known ceramic
traditions associated with Mino. Shino is celebrated
for its soft white glaze, subtle texture and often
understated decoration, while Oribe is known for
expressive forms and distinctive green, black and
painted surfaces. Together with Kiseto and Setoguro,
they are closely associated with the celebrated
Momoyama-period tea ceramics of the Mino region.
Where is Mino ware made?
Mino ware is produced primarily in the Tōnō area
of eastern Gifu Prefecture, including major ceramic
centres such as Tajimi, Toki and Mizunami.
The region remains one of Japan's most important
centres of ceramic and tableware production today.
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