Raku Zuisho Aka Raku Matcha Bowl – Rikyu Chawan

Raku Zuisho Aka Raku Matcha Bowl – Rikyu Chawan

Experience the beauty of the Japanese tea ceremony with this handcrafted Aka Raku "Zuisho" Rikyu Chawan.

Raku ware is one of Japan's most celebrated ceramic traditions, admired for its warm texture, soft form, and deep connection to the philosophy of wabi-sabi. Each bowl is individually crafted, giving it a unique character that becomes even more enjoyable with use.

This bowl is designed in the style of a Rikyu Chawan, inspired by Sen no Rikyu, the tea master who shaped the Japanese tea ceremony over 400 years ago. Compared to a standard matcha bowl, a Rikyu Chawan is slightly smaller, making it comfortable to hold and especially well suited for traditional tea ceremony preparation and drinking.

Its rich red glaze symbolizes celebration and good fortune, while the simple, elegant form reflects the quiet beauty of authentic Japanese craftsmanship.

Features

• Authentic Japanese Aka Raku ware

• Traditional Rikyu-style matcha bowl

• Slightly smaller than a standard matcha bowl

• Comfortable to hold during tea ceremony

• Ideal for both usucha (thin tea) and tea ceremony practice

• Made in Japan

About Kyo (Kiyomizu) Ware
Kyo-yaki, also known as Kiyomizu-yaki, is a traditional style of pottery that originated in Kyoto over 400 years ago, during the late 16th to early 17th century. Its defining characteristic is the freedom from fixed styles, embracing a wide range of decorative techniques and expressions. From delicate and ornate designs to simple and refined forms, Kyo-yaki offers great variety and is cherished both as tea utensils and as tableware for everyday use.