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Handmade and hand-painted matcha tea bowl from Yamaoka Zenko
Handmade and hand-painted Kiyomizu matcha tea bowl from Yamaoka Zenkō.
The bowl is made of white clay and hand-painted after glazing with the Red Fuji and a golden dragon flying above it. In Shinto religion, Mt. Fuji is regarded as sacred and is one of the most popular pilgrimage sites. Red Fuji is an iconic phenomenon that can be observed early morning and late afternoon when the rising and setting Sun paints the mountain a majestic reddish-orange.
In Japanese folklore, the dragon is a benevolent, protective creature, and the symbol of power, courage, and good luck. The dragon is one of the 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac. 2024 is the Year of the Dragon which usually brings success, prosperity, and growth.
Kyo or Kiyomizu pottery looks back on 400 years of history and is now a symbol of Kyoto. To serve the desire of Aristocrats, tea masters, and culinary specialists of the era, Kyo or Kiyomizu pottery has incorporated design and artistry not only from Japan but also from China and the Korean Peninsula. Even up to now exquisite artistry and excellent craftsmanship are core qualities of Kyo ware: each piece is modeled and decorated carefully by hand.
The bowl comes in a wooden box signed by the artist.
Place of origin: Kyoto Prefecture, Japan
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Item code: TDM130
Artisan: Yamaoka Zenkō
Origin: Japan
Material: clay
Dimensions: Φ 11.7 cm, H: 7.9 cm
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Initiate the tea bowl first! Let the bowl sit wholly immersed in cold or lukewarm water for a couple of minutes and then let it dry naturally. Matcha patina is natural for white clay, but by initiating the bowl properly, it will develop slower.
After using the tea bowl, rinse it with water. It is better to avoid dishwashing liquid, but you can use gentle, organic soap to clean your bowl. Never use bleach!
Avoid using a dishwasher or dryer!
Avoid placing it on hot surfaces like a stove, and never put it in the microwave or oven.
Only prepare matcha tea in it.
