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Kamishiro Mino Ware Matcha Starter Set – 3 Piece
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3-piece matcha set • 4.9 in (12.5 cm) Mino ware bowl • Bamboo whisk • Ceramic whisk holder • Made in Japan
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A complete 3-piece Japanese matcha starter set with a Mino ware chawan, bamboo chasen whisk, and ceramic whisk holder. The wide bowl gives the whisk room to move freely, while the holder helps the chasen keep its shape between uses. A practical, authentic setup for beginning a daily matcha routine.
Why You’ll Love It
Complete 3-piece matcha starter set for daily preparation
Authentic Mino ware chawan made in Gifu Prefecture
Wide bowl shape designed for smooth, effective whisking
80-prong bamboo chasen included
Ceramic whisk holder helps the chasen keep its shape
The Kamishiro Brown Matcha Starter Set brings together the three essential tools for preparing matcha at home: a Mino ware chawan, an 80-prong bamboo chasen whisk, and a ceramic whisk holder.
The bowl is made in Gifu Prefecture using the Mino ware tradition and measures approximately 4.9 in (12.5 cm) in diameter by 3.0 in (7.5 cm) high. Its wide shape gives the whisk enough space to move freely, making it easier to prepare a smooth, well-mixed matcha.
The bamboo chasen is designed to create a fine foam, while the ceramic whisk holder supports the whisk as it dries and helps maintain its shape between uses.
The bowl’s warm brown body and green glaze give the set a natural, understated character, making it suitable for both first-time matcha drinkers and regular daily use.
Product Information
Matcha Bowl: Approx. 4.9 in diameter × 3.0 in H (12.5 × 7.5 cm)
Bamboo Whisk: 80-prong natural chasen
Whisk Holder: Ceramic, celadon glaze
Set Contents: Bowl, whisk, whisk holder
Packaging: Rigid green gift box with protective insert
Origin: Gifu Prefecture, Japan
Care instructions
Matcha bowl
- Hand wash with mild detergent and a soft sponge
- Dry thoroughly after washing
- Avoid dishwasher, microwave, and sudden temperature changes Bamboo whisk
- Soak briefly in warm water before use to soften the tines
- Rinse gently with clean water immediately after use
- Do not use detergent
- Allow to air-dry completely on the whisk holder Whisk holder - Wipe or rinse gently as needed
- Dry before storing
Artisan & Craft
The bowl included in this starter kit is crafted using Mino-yaki, one of Japan’s most established ceramic traditions. Produced in Gifu Prefecture for more than 1,300 years, Mino ware is widely used for everyday tea utensils and is valued for its durability, natural textures, and variety of glaze styles.
The Kamishiro glaze gives the bowl its warm brown tones and subtle variations in color. During firing, the glaze interacts with the clay and kiln temperature to create slight differences in texture and shading. These variations are a natural result of the traditional ceramic process and are appreciated as part of the character of traditional Japanese ceramics.
Note
Each bowl is shaped, glazed, and fired individually, meaning no two pieces are exactly alike. These small differences highlight the craftsmanship behind the piece and reflect the Japanese appreciation for authentic, handmade ceramics.
Questions About This Piece
What is included in the Kamishiro Matcha Starter Set?
The set includes a Mino ware matcha bowl, an 80-prong bamboo chasen whisk, and a ceramic whisk holder. Matcha powder and a tea scoop are not included.
Is this set suitable for beginners?
Yes. It includes the essential bowl and whisk needed to start preparing matcha at home, together with a whisk holder for proper drying and storage.
Do I need anything else to prepare matcha?
You will need matcha powder, hot water, and ideally a chashaku or small measuring spoon for portioning the matcha.
Why does the set include a whisk holder?
The ceramic holder supports the bamboo whisk as it dries and helps the tines retain their shape between uses.
Is the bowl made in Japan?
Yes. The matcha bowl is Mino ware from Gifu Prefecture, Japan.
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.
