{"product_id":"2027-zodiac-sheep-matcha-bowl-shioge-gata-with-lucky-bells-sheep","title":"2027 Zodiac Sheep Matcha Bowl – Shioge-gata with Lucky Bells \u0026 Sheep","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2027 Zodiac Sheep Shioge-Gata Matcha Bowl – Lucky Bells \u0026amp; Sheep by Yohei Nakamura\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtist:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yohei Nakamura (中村与平)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShape:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Shioge-gata (塩筍形) – Traditional Japanese Tea Bowl Shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lucky Bells \u0026amp; Sheep (福士鈴・羊)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Kyo-yaki (Kyoto Ceramics)\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\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis charming Kyo-yaki matcha bowl by Kyoto ceramic artist Yohei Nakamura features a delightful sheep and lucky bell design, celebrating the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear of the Sheep in 2027\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bowl features a traditional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShioge-gata shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, adding a distinctive character and elegant form to this beautifully crafted tea bowl.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeaning of the Sheep \u0026amp; Bell Motif\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sheep (Hitsuji) is the eighth animal of the Japanese zodiac, symbolizing peace, harmony, gentleness, and family unity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Japanese tradition, bells are considered auspicious symbols. Their clear ringing sounds are believed to ward off misfortune and bring good luck.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, the sheep and bell motifs express wishes for happiness, peace, and good fortune in the coming year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Shioge-Gata (塩筍形)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShioge-gata is a traditional Japanese tea bowl shape appreciated in Chanoyu for its distinctive form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts unique silhouette adds character to the bowl while maintaining the refined beauty of traditional Kyoto ceramics.\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 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\u003eA lovely addition to a Japanese tea ceremony collection or a thoughtful gift for tea practitioners.\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":"Yohei Nakamura | Kyo-yaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47145554411716,"sku":null,"price":98.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/9409\/7604\/files\/IMG_9295.jpg?v=1793429947","url":"https:\/\/narateacompany.com\/ja\/products\/2027-zodiac-sheep-matcha-bowl-shioge-gata-with-lucky-bells-sheep","provider":"Nara Tea Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}