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Sparrow and Blossom Kutani Matcha Bowl
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Made in Japan · 11.7 cm diameter × 8 cm high · Wooden box included
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A quiet moment, in good company. Two sparrows perch among blossoms on an earthy ceramic ground, bringing a gentle sense of life to your matcha ritual. Made in Japan, this Kutani bowl measures 11.7 cm across and arrives in a wooden presentation box.
Why You’ll Love It
Two sparrows and delicate blossoms give the bowl its distinctive character
Earthy tones and a softly uneven rim bring warmth to the tea table
11.7 cm diameter × 8 cm high for preparing and enjoying matcha
Two sparrows sit side by side on a flowering branch, their rounded forms giving this Kutani matcha bowl a gentle, companionable character. Deep pink blossoms stand out against an earthy, finely speckled ground, while warm reddish tones trace the softly uneven rim.
The decoration invites a closer look as you turn the bowl in your hands. Its rounded profile brings the small scene into focus, making a familiar tea ritual feel a little more personal.
Made in Japan, the ceramic bowl measures approximately 11.7 cm in diameter and 8 cm high (4.6 × 3.1 in). Use it to prepare and enjoy matcha, then leave it where the sparrows and blossoms can be appreciated between tea moments.
A wooden presentation box makes it a considered gift for a matcha enthusiast, a bird lover, or someone who enjoys the quiet detail of Japanese ceramics.
Product Information
Contents: 1 matcha bowl
Design: Sparrows and blossoms
Material: Ceramic
Dimensions: Diameter 11.7 cm × height 8 cm (approx. 4.6 × 3.1 in)
Craft: Kutani ware
Origin: Made in Japan
Presentation: Wooden box
Care instructions
Wash gently by hand with a soft sponge and mild detergent. Rinse well and allow the bowl to dry completely before storing, especially inside its wooden box. Avoid abrasive pads and sudden temperature changes. To help preserve the decorative surface, avoid the dishwasher and microwave.
Artisan & Craft
Kutani ware is a ceramic tradition from Ishikawa Prefecture, celebrated for expressive decoration and a rich use of colour. Here, a pair of sparrows and flowering branches give that decorative tradition a gentle, intimate character. The earthy ground and warm rim frame the scene, making the bowl as rewarding to look at as it is to bring to the tea table.
Note
Includes one matcha bowl and a wooden presentation box. Matcha, whisk, scoop, and other tea utensils are not included. Dimensions are approximate.
Questions About This Piece
What does the design depict?
Two sparrows perch together on a flowering branch, with blossoms set against an earthy ceramic ground. Warm tones around the rim frame the scene.
How large is the matcha bowl?
The bowl measures approximately 11.7 cm in diameter and 8 cm high (4.6 × 3.1 in). It is intended for preparing and enjoying matcha.
What comes with the bowl?
You will receive one Japanese-made Kutani matcha bowl presented in a wooden box. Matcha, a whisk, a scoop, and other tea utensils are not included.
How should I clean and store it?
Wash gently by hand with a soft sponge and mild detergent, then let it dry completely before storing. Avoid abrasive cleaners and sudden temperature changes. To help preserve the decoration, avoid the microwave and dishwasher.
Kutani ware · Ishikawa, Japan
Kutani: Japan’s art of brilliant color
Kutani ware emerged in Ishikawa in the 17th century and became
celebrated for bold overglaze painting and an unmistakably rich use
of color. Its decorative language ranges from expressive nature motifs
to highly detailed compositions, giving Kutani porcelain a vivid
character unlike almost any other Japanese ceramic tradition.
17th-century rootsborn in Ishikawa
Kutani Gosaifive signature colors
Overglaze paintingbold, layered, expressive
Ishikawa · Hokuriku · Japan
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Learn more about Kutani ware
What is Kutani ware?
Kutani ware is a tradition of Japanese porcelain associated with
Ishikawa Prefecture. It first developed in the 17th century and is
especially known for richly colored overglaze decoration, bold
compositions and a wide range of styles that evolved over several
centuries.
What are the five colors of Kutani ware?
The traditional Kutani palette is often referred to as Kutani Gosai,
or the five Kutani colors: red, yellow, green, purple and dark blue.
These vivid overglaze enamels are used in different combinations,
from dense decorative painting to more restrained contemporary work.
Where is Kutani ware made?
Kutani ware is associated with Ishikawa Prefecture in Japan’s
Hokuriku region, particularly the areas around Kaga, Komatsu and
Kanazawa. The original Kutani production began near present-day
Kaga in the mid-1600s.
Why does Kutani ware look so different from other Japanese porcelain?
Kutani is distinguished by its emphasis on decoration after the
porcelain body has been fired. Layers of colored enamel are applied
over the glaze, allowing artists to create saturated color, strong
outlines and highly expressive imagery. This gives Kutani ware a
more painterly and often more dramatic appearance than many other
Japanese porcelain traditions.
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