Enhance Your Tea Ritual with the Oribe Mino Matcha Bowl

Product Description

Imagine the calming embrace of a warm cup of matcha, cradled in the delicate form of the Oribe Mino Matcha Bowl. Crafted with care in Japan, this artisan-made bowl not only serves as a tableware piece but also transforms your daily tea rituals into moments of serenity. The smooth ceramic texture feels inviting against your fingertips, while its refined design brings a touch of Japanese elegance into your home, with a unique crackle-glazed finish enhancing its visual appeal.

Artisan Craftsmanship Meets Functional Design

The Oribe Mino Matcha Bowl exemplifies the unique character of Mino ware, specifically crafted in the Gifu Prefecture of Japan. Each bowl is handcrafted from earthenware, resulting in slight color variations that ensure each piece is truly one-of-a-kind. Measuring 5.1 x 3.3 inches (13 x 8.5 cm), it’s designed with ample depth for preparing and savoring your favorite matcha or other warm beverages, while providing just the right width for a smooth whisking process.

Functionality is at the heart of its design; the bowl is microwave-safe, allowing you to warm your drinks easily. However, to preserve its beauty, it is recommended to handwash it gently instead of using a dishwasher. The Oribe Mino Matcha Bowl comes in an elegant wooden gift box, making it an ideal choice for weddings, bridal gifts, or special celebrations, ensuring that its exquisite craftsmanship is a joy to present.

Bringing Culture and Warmth to Your Home

Incorporating the Oribe Mino Matcha Bowl into your home decor not only enhances your tea experience but also serves as a conversation starter. Each bowl reflects the artistry of Japanese craftsmanship, with its minimalist yet profound beauty inherent in traditional design. Whether used during tea ceremonies or displayed on your table, this bowl invites warmth and tranquility.

Feel confident in your purchase knowing that you’re acquiring a piece that embodies both functionality and artistry. The Oribe Mino Matcha Bowl transcends mere tableware; it’s a celebration of culture, craftsmanship, and the simple pleasures of life. Add this beautiful bowl to your collection today and transform your tea routine into a cherished ritual.

Product Information
  • Dimensions:
    - Bowl: 5.1 in x 3.4 in (13 cm x 8.5 cm)
    - Box: 6.0 in x 6.0 in x 4.7 in (15.3 cm x 15.3 cm x 12 cm)
  • Material: Ceramic (earthenware)
  • Microwave Safe: Yes
  • Dishwasher Safe: Yes (handle with care)
  • Oven Safe: No
  • Packaging: Individual box (gift box included)
  • Note: Color variations may occur due to the nature of pottery, and size may slightly change due to soil contraction.
  • Made in Japan
Care instructions


- Gently wipe clean with a soft cloth after each use.
- Safe for microwave use; handle with care when hot.
- Hand wash recommended; if using a dishwasher, place securely and avoid harsh detergents.
- Not suitable for oven use.
- Store in a dry location, ideally within the provided gift box to maintain its beauty.

Respect the craftsmanship of this unique piece; proper care will preserve its elegance and charm for years to come.

Note

Introducing the Oribe Mino Matcha Bowl, a stunning piece crafted by skilled artisans who pour their passion and expertise into every bowl. Embrace the unique character of each piece, as subtle differences and imperfections are not flaws but rather delightful quirks that enhance its charm. These variations tell a story of tradition and craftsmanship, ensuring that your Oribe Mino Matcha Bowl is truly one-of-a-kind, just like your tea ritual. Celebrate the beauty of individuality with a bowl that reflects the artistry of its maker.

Questions About This Piece

What makes Oribe matcha bowls feel so different?
Oribe ware embraces irregular shapes and bold glazes. The slight asymmetry is intentional — it’s meant to feel alive in your hands.
Is this bowl only for formal tea ceremonies?
Not at all. While rooted in tea tradition, it’s just as enjoyable for daily matcha or slow weekend rituals at home.
Why is the green glaze uneven?
That’s the point. Oribe glazes react uniquely in the kiln, creating natural variations that can’t be replicated exactly.
How does Mino ware craftsmanship show here?
In the balance. The bowl feels substantial but not heavy, with a shape that makes whisking comfortable and natural.
Who is this bowl best suited for?
Someone who values character over perfection — and prefers objects that tell a quiet story rather than shouting for attention.

Mino ware · Gifu, Japan

Mino ware: 1,300 years of ceramic innovation

Made across the Tōnō region of eastern Gifu, Mino ware is not defined by a single look. Its strength lies in remarkable diversity. More than 1,300 years of ceramic production reached an especially creative period around the late sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries, when Shino, Oribe, Kiseto and Setoguro helped reshape the aesthetics of Japanese tea ware. That freedom of form, glaze and expression remains at the heart of Mino ceramics today.

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.