{"product_id":"juraku-aka-raku-zuiun-matcha-bowl-pre-owned","title":"Juraku Aka Raku Matcha Bowl \"Zuiun\" with Coral-Red Glaze and Smoky Black Accents— Pre‑owned","description":"\u003cp\u003eRed Raku Tea Bowl by Juraku\u003cbr\u003eWith Zen Calligraphy by Daidō Nishigaki, Former Abbot of Daitoku-ji\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Aka Raku (red Raku) tea bowl was crafted by Juraku, a ceramic artist working within the esteemed Raku tradition—long treasured in the Japanese tea ceremony for its hand-formed character and the intimate dialogue it creates between clay, fire, and spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bowl is accompanied by an original hakogaki (box inscription) written by Daidō Nishigaki, former abbot of Daitoku-ji, one of Kyoto’s most revered Zen temples. Such an inscription firmly situates the piece within the spiritual and cultural lineage of chanoyu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chawan bears the title “Zuiun” (瑞雲), meaning “Auspicious Clouds.” This poetic expression symbolizes good fortune, prosperity, and positive energy. In the context of tea practice, it conveys harmony, well-being, and blessings, making the bowl not only a functional tea utensil but also a meaningful collectible imbued with auspicious symbolism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAka Raku tea bowls are admired for their warm, earthy red tones and soft, tactile surface. When held, they offer a gentle warmth that enhances the contemplative experience of tea. The subtly irregular form embodies the wabi aesthetic, where beauty is found in natural variation, simplicity, and quiet depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is offered in very good pre-owned condition and has been carefully preserved. It is well suited for use in tea gatherings as well as for collectors who value Zen-inscribed Raku ware that unites craftsmanship, auspicious symbolism, and the timeless spirit of the Japanese tea ceremony.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Juraku With Zen Calligraphy by Daidō Nishigaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45846126592196,"sku":"Raku-7-mari","price":260.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/9409\/7604\/files\/juraku-aka-raku-zuiun-matcha-bowl-pre-owned-main.jpg?v=1784583685","url":"https:\/\/narateacompany.com\/ja\/products\/juraku-aka-raku-zuiun-matcha-bowl-pre-owned","provider":"Nara Tea Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}