This Kiyomizu-yaki (清水焼) matcha bowl embodies a quiet, refined elegance characteristic of Kyoto ceramics. The bowl features a soft, milky-white glaze with a gentle warmth, subtly tinted with ivory tones that pool and thin naturally across the surface. Fine crackle patterns (kan’nyū) spread delicately throughout the glaze, adding depth and a sense of age and calm restraint.
Vertical trails of translucent glaze flow down the exterior in an unforced, organic manner, creating a rhythm that enhances the rounded, well-balanced form. The interior is smoothly finished, offering a serene surface that beautifully frames the vivid green of whisked matcha. Turning the bowl over reveals a carefully finished foot ring and subtle firing marks, grounding the piece in traditional craftsmanship.
Understated yet expressive, this chawan reflects the Kyoto aesthetic of elegance within simplicity. It is well suited for quiet tea gatherings and contemplative moments, where its gentle presence supports the spirit of the tea ceremony without overpowering it.
