Pink Minoware Matcha Bowl

Product Description

The Pink Mino Matcha Bowl is an artisan-made piece that brings a touch of Japanese tradition into your home. The soft pink glaze, adorned with delicate cherry blossom motifs, invites you to savor each sip while enveloping you in a warm, serene atmosphere. This bowl measures 4.5 inches in diameter and 3 inches in height (11.5cm x 7.5cm), making it perfectly sized for whisking and serving matcha comfortably, holding up to 8 ounces at a time. This bowl is not merely a vessel for matcha; it’s an invitation to pause, appreciate, and connect with centuries of craftsmanship.

Craftsmanship That Tells a Story

Handcrafted in the Mino region of Gifu Prefecture, Japan, the Pink Mino Matcha Bowl showcases the unique techniques of local potters. Each bowl is distinct, with subtle variations in texture and color that reflect the artisanal approach to its creation. The smooth ceramic surface feels inviting to the touch, enhancing the sensory delight of your matcha ritual. Whether you’re enjoying a quiet moment alone or hosting friends for a tea ceremony, this bowl adds elegance and intentionality to your experience.

Versatile for Any Occasion

This bowl is designed for versatility—use it for matcha, desserts, or as a stylish decorative piece in your home decor. Its minimalist aesthetic complements any modern kitchen or dining room. Plus, it meets safety standards, having passed inspections for lead and cadmium, allowing you to focus on what truly matters—enjoying your tea without worry. The bowl comes packaged securely to ensure it arrives in pristine condition, ready to enhance your matcha ritual.

Product Information

- Dimensions: 4.5 in (Diameter) x 3 in (Height) / 11.5 cm (Diameter) x 7.5 cm (Height)
- Weight: Not specified
- Capacity: Not specified
- Material: Ceramic
- Country of Origin: Japan

Care instructions

**Care Instructions for Pink Mino Matcha Bowl**

- Hand wash with gentle soap and a soft sponge; avoid abrasive cleaners.
- Do not use in the dishwasher or microwave to preserve the bowl's integrity.
- Dry with a soft cloth after washing to prevent water spots.
- Store in a cool, dry place, preferably in its box to protect from dust and damage.
- Embrace the beauty of craftsmanship; proper care ensures the bowl's longevity and elegance.

Respect the artistry of this handmade piece by treating it with care, allowing you to enjoy its beauty for years to come.

Questions About This Piece

How subtle is the pink in everyday light?
It reads as soft and warm, not bright. The color shifts gently depending on the light.
Does the simplicity of this bowl affect how it’s used?
Yes — fewer visual elements make the act of whisking feel calmer and more focused.
Is this bowl easy to pair with other matcha tools?
Very. The neutral pink works with bamboo whisks, wood trays, and both light or dark accessories.

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.