Peach Blossom Matcha Bowl

This charming teabowl features a peach-blossom motif throughout: the bowl itself is shaped like peach petals, decorated with peach flowers, and even the foot is crafted in the shape of a blossom. A single fallen petal rests in the tea reservoir, adding a touch of elegance. Its spouted design allows for pouring, making it suitable for matcha lattes as well. Viewed from above, the bowl’s petal shape and blossom-shaped foot create an irresistibly cute and visually delightful piece.

Dimensions:
Width 12 cm (4.8 in) × Depth 12 cm (4.7 in) × Height 7.5 cm (3 in)

Artist: Ryōji Nakamura, a Kyoto-born ceramic artist, studied under Shunhō Inoue, Sui-ran Nakamura, and Shūhō Nakamura. He is known for his work that preserves the traditional techniques of Kyoto’s Kiyomizu-yaki pottery while incorporating a modern sensibility. He creates handcrafted tea ceremony utensils, including matcha bowls, incense containers, and water jars, often featuring natural and seasonal motifs with ash glazes and colored enamels. Each piece is unique, celebrated for its artistry and individuality, making it ideal for both collectors and everyday tea practice.

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.