Hand-Painted Matcha Bowl Kingfisher & Blue Maple

Celebrate the beauty of early summer in Japan with this exquisite Kiyomizu Ware (Kyoyaki) Matcha Bowl, featuring a graceful kingfisher (kawasemi) resting among vibrant blue maple leaves (ao-kaede). In Japanese culture, the kingfisher symbolizes beauty and tranquility, while fresh green maple leaves evoke the refreshing atmosphere of the summer tea season. These seasonal motifs are especially cherished in the world of Japanese tea ceremony.

Each bowl is individually hand-painted by skilled Kiyomizu Ware artisans in Kyoto, making every piece a unique work of art. Because each bowl is handcrafted, slight variations in brushwork, glaze, shape, and size are part of its authentic character and craftsmanship.

Perfect for traditional tea ceremony, daily matcha preparation, or as a meaningful gift for lovers of Japanese ceramics.

Details

• Authentic Kiyomizu Ware (Kyoyaki), Made in Kyoto, Japan
• Hand-painted by skilled artisans
• Design: Kingfisher & Blue Maple
• Approx. Size: 4.7 × 3.1 in. (120 × 80 mm)
• Individually handmade—each piece is one of a kind
• Comes in a presentation gift box

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.