{"product_id":"raku-zuisho-red-raku-matcha-bowl-rikyu-chawan","title":"Raku Zuisho Aka Raku Matcha Bowl – Rikyu Chawan","description":"\u003ch3\u003eRaku Zuisho Aka Raku Matcha Bowl – Rikyu Chawan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the beauty of the Japanese tea ceremony with this handcrafted Aka Raku \"Zuisho\" Rikyu Chawan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaku ware is one of Japan's most celebrated ceramic traditions, admired for its warm texture, soft form, and deep connection to the philosophy of wabi-sabi. Each bowl is individually crafted, giving it a unique character that becomes even more enjoyable with use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bowl is designed in the style of a Rikyu Chawan, inspired by Sen no Rikyu, the tea master who shaped the Japanese tea ceremony over 400 years ago. Compared to a standard matcha bowl, a Rikyu Chawan is slightly smaller, making it comfortable to hold and especially well suited for traditional tea ceremony preparation and drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts rich red glaze symbolizes celebration and good fortune, while the simple, elegant form reflects the quiet beauty of authentic Japanese craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthentic Japanese Aka Raku ware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional Rikyu-style matcha bowl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlightly smaller than a standard matcha bowl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComfortable to hold during tea ceremony\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for both usucha (thin tea) and tea ceremony practice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Kyo (Kiyomizu) Ware\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKyo-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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kyo Ware","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46369813594308,"sku":null,"price":148.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/9409\/7604\/files\/4663568_1000_81a06751-df32-4c3d-a725-8d5e6fdc4a96.jpg?v=1783538904","url":"https:\/\/narateacompany.com\/ja\/products\/raku-zuisho-red-raku-matcha-bowl-rikyu-chawan","provider":"Nara Tea Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}