Matcha Bowl “Crescent Moon over Waves” by Soken Mizuide – White Glaze Chawan

Kyo-yaki Matcha Bowl “Crescent Moon over Waves” by Soken Mizuide

An elegant Kyo-yaki (Kyoto ware) matcha bowl by Soken Mizuide (水出宋絢), featuring a poetic scene of a crescent moon above gently moving waves.

The soft white glaze creates a quiet, luminous background for the moon and water motif. The contrast between the still crescent moon and rhythmic waves evokes the beauty of a peaceful night by the water—a scene deeply connected to the Japanese appreciation of nature and the changing seasons.

The wave motif brings a refreshing sense of coolness, making this chawan particularly appealing during the summer months, while the crescent moon also lends itself beautifully to late-summer and early-autumn tea gatherings, when the moon becomes an important seasonal theme.

With its restrained colors and poetic composition, this bowl has an elegant presence without being overly formal. It is a beautiful choice for a seasonal chakai, especially one inspired by water, evening, or the moon.

Details

• Artist: Soken Mizuide (水出宋絢)

• Kyo-yaki / Kyoto Ware

• White glaze

• Motif: Waves & Crescent Moon

• Matcha Bowl / Chawan

• Made in Japan