Product Description

Transform your tea rituals with the Manyosoka Small Matcha Bowl Set, a beautifully crafted collection composed of 5 matcha bowls that invites a touch of Japan into your home. Each bowl features delicate floral motifs celebrating the changing seasons, presented in a bold gold watercolor style, making the experience of serving matcha both visually and sensorially appealing.

Artisan Craftsmanship

Handcrafted in the Mino region of Japan, this set showcases the distinctive qualities of Mino ware pottery, refined over centuries. Each bowl measures approximately 3.7 inches (9.3 cm) in diameter and 2.6 inches (6.5 cm) in height, ideal for savoring a traditional cup of matcha. The included wooden box (31.8 x 15.6 x 10 cm) offers elegant packaging, perfect for gifting or enhancing your home décor, while serving as a protective case.

Every bowl reflects unique characteristics, with slight variations in color and texture that highlight the individuality of each piece. This means your set is one-of-a-kind, allowing you to enjoy matcha in a bowl that suits your taste. The artistic design is both functional and beautiful, enabling an uninterrupted tea experience.

Enhance Your Daily Life

Incorporating the Manyosoka Small Matcha Bowl Set into your daily routine enriches your tea experience and invites Japanese culture into your life. As you sip your matcha, relish the artistry and seasonal flowers that evoke nature's beauty, making each tea break a moment of tranquility.

Product Information
  • Dimensions:
    - Bowl: Approx. 3.7 in (φ9.3 cm) x 2.6 in (H6.5 cm)
    - Box: Approx. 12.5 in (31.8 cm) x 6.1 in (15.6 cm) x 3.9 in (10 cm)
  • Material: Ceramic
  • Craft: Mino Ware
  • Packaging: Individual wooden box
  • Made in Japan
Care instructions
  • Gently wipe clean with a soft, damp cloth after each use to maintain the bowl's beauty.
  • Avoid using abrasive cleaners or scrubbing pads, as they may damage the delicate surface.
  • Hand wash only; do not place in the dishwasher or microwave to preserve the craftsmanship.
  • Store in a dry place, ideally in the provided wooden box, to protect from dust and potential damage.
Note

Introducing the Manyosoka Small Matcha Bowl Set, a beautifully artisan-made collection that celebrates the charm of handcrafted artistry. Each bowl is uniquely crafted, which means that slight differences and imperfections can occur—these are not flaws, but rather an integral part of the product’s character and individuality. Embrace the beauty of uniqueness as you enjoy your matcha experience, knowing that your bowl has its own story to tell.

Questions About This Piece

What makes the Manyosoka set special?
It’s a set of five handcrafted Mino ware matcha bowls made in Japan, each with delicate floral artwork and a distinct character, so every sip feels ceremonial and beautiful.
How big are these matcha bowls?
Each bowl is about 3.7″ (9.3 cm) wide and 2.6″ (6.5 cm) tall — ideal for whisking a proper frothy cup of matcha.
Are they functional or just decorative?
These bowls are fully functional ceramic chawan — smooth, cool to hold, and built for everyday tea rituals, not just display.
Do the bowls come with anything else?
Yes! They arrive packaged in an elegant wooden box, ready for gifting or stylish storage.

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.

1,300+ years of ceramic tradition
Made in Gifu Tōnō ceramic region
Remarkable diversity Shino · Oribe · Kiseto · Setoguro
Mino ware · Gifu Prefecture · Japan

Discover Mino

Learn more about Mino ware

What is Mino ware?

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.