Shiro-Raku Horse White Matcha Bowl by 8th Kawasaki Waraku

Waraku White Raku Matcha Bowl – Horse Motif

This White Raku (Shiro-Raku) matcha bowl by Waraku features a hand-painted horse motif, symbolizing strength, vitality, and good fortune in Japanese culture.

White Raku is traditionally favored for its soft, warm surface and calm presence, making it especially suitable for tea practice.
Each bowl is shaped and finished by hand, resulting in subtle variations that highlight the individuality of the piece.

Designed for both visual beauty and comfort in the hands, this bowl reflects Waraku’s long-standing dedication to Raku ware created for the tea ceremony.

Artist: Kawasaki Waraku
Waraku-gama is a Raku ware kiln founded in Gion, Kyoto, in the late Edo period.
For over 200 years, the kiln has continued the tradition of producing Raku ware especially suited for the Japanese tea ceremony under the name “Waraku.”

Today, the kiln is led by the 8th-generation head potter, Motoo Kawasaki, carrying on its legacy into the present day.

Dimensions
Diameter: approx. 12.3 cm (4.84 in)
Height: approx. 8.2 cm (3.23 in)

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.