Product Description

Immerse yourself in the art of tea with the Mino Fresh Green Matcha Bowl, a handcrafted piece of Japanese craftsmanship that invites serenity into your daily routine. Each bowl measures 4.4 inches in diameter (11.2cm) and 2.8 inches in height (7.2cm), providing ample capacity for matcha preparation. The smooth rim ensures a graceful pour and easy whisking, enhancing the overall sensory experience of every sip.

Craftsmanship and Materials

Originating in the Mino region of Japan, this matcha bowl is made from durable ceramic and is recognized for its aesthetic appeal and functionality. The distinctive glazing process creates subtle color variations, making each bowl unique. You will appreciate how the contemporary green glaze complements your kitchen décor while showcasing the rich artistry of Mino ware.

Enhancing Daily Life

Using the Mino Fresh Green Matcha Bowl transforms routine tea preparation into a mindful ritual. Its gently curved design fits comfortably in your hands, blending form and function effortlessly. This bowl not only serves its practical purpose but also enhances your space, creating an inviting atmosphere for both self-use and entertaining guests.

Additional Features and Care

This matcha bowl is not suitable for use in the microwave, dishwasher, or oven, ensuring longevity in its traditional ceramic form. It comes conveniently packaged in a sturdy cardboard box, making it an ideal gift or a personal indulgence.

Product Information
  • Dimensions: 4.4 in (Φ11.2 cm) x 2.8 in (H7.2 cm)
  • Material: Ceramic
  • Craft: Mino Ware
  • Packaging: Cosmetic box
  • Made in Japan
Care instructions
  • Hand wash gently with warm water and mild soap; avoid abrasive cleaners.
  • Do not use iin the microwave, dishwasher, or oven to preserve its integrity.
  • Allow to air dry completely before storing to prevent moisture absorption.
  • Store in a dry place, ideally in the provided box, to protect from dust and damage.
Note

Introducing the Mino Fresh Green Matcha Bowl, a stunning artisan-made piece that embodies the spirit of traditional craftsmanship. Each bowl is meticulously handcrafted, resulting in unique variations and subtle imperfections that add to its charm and character. These distinctions are not flaws but rather a testament to the bowl’s individuality, ensuring that your Mino Fresh Green Matcha Bowl is truly one-of-a-kind. Embrace the beauty of artisanal craftsmanship and enjoy your matcha experience in a bowl that tells its own story.

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.