{"product_id":"27-zodiac-sheep-raku-matcha-bowl-sheep-in-a-dream","title":"2027 Zodiac Sheep Raku Matcha Bowl – “Sheep in a Dream”","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRaku Matcha Bowl – “Sheep in a Dream” (夢の中の羊) by Rakunyu Yoshimura\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtist:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rakunyu Yoshimura III (三代 吉村楽入)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sheep in a Dream (夢の中の羊)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Raku-yaki (Traditional Japanese Raku Pottery)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Chawan – Japanese Matcha Tea Bowl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Traditional Paulownia Wooden Box (Kiri-bako)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis charming Raku matcha bowl by Kyoto ceramic artist Rakunyu Yoshimura features a whimsical sheep-themed design titled \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Sheep in a Dream.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreated for the Year of the Sheep in 2027, the design evokes a peaceful, dreamlike world filled with warmth and gentle imagination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sheep (Hitsuji), the Japanese zodiac animal for 2027, symbolizes peace, harmony, and gentleness. This delightful bowl brings a playful yet elegant touch to New Year and Hatsugama tea gatherings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Rakunyu Yoshimura (吉村楽入)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRakunyu Yoshimura is a distinguished Kyoto ceramic artist and the third-generation master of the Yoshimura Rakunyu pottery tradition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorn in Kyoto in 1959, he studied ceramics at the Kyoto Municipal Industrial Research Institute and the Kyoto Prefectural Ceramic Training School before apprenticing under his father, the second-generation Rakunyu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe succeeded to the name Rakunyu Yoshimura in 2004 and is also known by the name Manpukudo Rakunyu (萬福堂楽入).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 2001, he was officially recognized as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional Craftsman (Dento Kogeishi)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for his expertise in Raku pottery. In 2011, he received the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Master Craftsman of the Future”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e recognition from the City of Kyoto.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRakunyu Yoshimura is also a practitioner of the Omotesenke school of Japanese tea ceremony. His understanding of Chanoyu is reflected in his approach to creating tea bowls that are both beautiful and comfortable to use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile preserving the traditional techniques of Raku pottery, he is also known for introducing creative painted designs, seasonal motifs, and contemporary expressions into his tea bowls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis work brings together generations of Kyoto craftsmanship, the spirit of Chanoyu, and a distinctive artistic sensibility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional Raku Pottery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRaku-yaki originated in Kyoto during the time of Sen no Rikyu in the late 16th century and has been closely associated with the Japanese tea ceremony ever since.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditionally shaped by hand rather than on a potter's wheel, Raku tea bowls are admired for their natural forms, soft texture, and warmth when held.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Yoshimura Rakunyu kiln continues this tradition while exploring new decorative expressions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for New Year \u0026amp; Hatsugama\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis “Sheep in a Dream” matcha bowl is especially suitable for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew Year and Hatsugama (the first tea gathering of the year)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, celebrating the 2027 Year of the Sheep.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresented in a traditional paulownia wooden box, it makes a thoughtful gift or a special addition to a Japanese tea ceremony collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Kyoto, Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kyo Ware by Kyoka Arai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47138224537796,"sku":"2027-C001","price":298.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/9409\/7604\/files\/IMG_91462.jpg?v=1793338212","url":"https:\/\/narateacompany.com\/fr\/products\/27-zodiac-sheep-raku-matcha-bowl-sheep-in-a-dream","provider":"Nara Tea Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}