Front angled view of a hand-painted Kyo Ware matcha bowl by Tanaka Bansho, decorated with pink peach blossoms and gold accents over an intricate all-over pattern.
Top view of the peach blossom matcha bowl showing its richly decorated interior with pink blossoms and a detailed repeating background pattern.
Underside view of the hand-painted matcha bowl showing the foot ring and the exterior peach blossom decoration wrapping around the bowl.
Angled side view of the Kyo Ware chawan showing pink peach blossoms, gold details, and the finely patterned surface continuing around the exterior.
Side profile of the peach blossom matcha bowl showing its rounded form, raised foot, and densely hand-painted floral decoration.
Traditional wooden kiribako storage box for the peach blossom matcha bowl, tied with a cord and inscribed in Japanese calligraphy.
Brown paper presentation box included with the hand-painted peach blossom matcha bowl.
Product information sheet for the Tanaka Bansho peach blossom Kyo Ware matcha bowl.

Hand-Painted Kyo Ware Matcha Bowl "Peach Blossoms in Full Bloom" with Gold Leaf by Tanaka Bansho

$285.00

This matcha bowl showcases an all-over hand-painted peach blossom motif with gold leaf accents, enhanced by a softly translucent glaze, creating a piece of refined elegance and classical grace.

It comes with both a traditional wooden kiribako (paulownia box) and a paper box.

Kyō-yaki Potter: Tanaka Banshō

Tanaka Banshō is a Kyoto-based ceramic artist working in the tradition of Kyō-yaki (Kiyomizu ware), one of Japan’s most refined ceramic styles. His work centers on tea utensils, especially matcha bowls, created with a deep respect for the aesthetics and spirit of the Japanese tea ceremony.

Characteristics of His Work

  • Elegant and refined decoration
    His pieces often feature delicate hand-painted motifs inspired by the seasons, reflecting Kyoto’s long-standing artistic sensibility.
  • Harmony of tradition and modern taste
    While rooted in classical techniques, his work carries a quiet modernity, making it suitable for both traditional tea settings and contemporary lifestyles.
  • Lightness and sophistication
    Unlike more rustic pottery styles, Kyō-yaki is known for its refined forms and graceful finishes, which are clearly expressed in Tanaka Banshō’s work.

About Kyō-yaki (Kiyomizu Ware)

Kyō-yaki refers to ceramics produced in Kyoto, historically associated with the cultural world of tea. Rather than being defined by a single clay or technique, it is known for its diversity, elegance, and close relationship with tea culture.


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