{"product_id":"ninsei-style-matcha-bowl-fukura-suzume-puffed-sparrow","title":"Ninsei-Style Matcha Bowl – Fukura Suzume (Puffed Sparrow)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNinsei-Style Matcha Bowl – Fukura Suzume (ふくら雀) by Eizan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtist:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Eizan (栄山)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ninsei-style Kyo-yaki (Kyoto Ceramics)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fukura Suzume (ふくら雀) – Puffed Sparrow\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 Ninsei-style matcha bowl by Japanese ceramic artist Eizan features the traditional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFukura Suzume (Puffed Sparrow)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e motif.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFukura Suzume depicts a sparrow with its feathers puffed up to keep warm during the cold winter months. Its round, adorable appearance has long been cherished in Japanese art and traditional crafts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeaning of Fukura Suzume (ふくら雀)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Japanese culture, Fukura Suzume is considered an auspicious symbol of happiness, prosperity, and good fortune.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe word \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003efukura\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (ふくら) also evokes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003efuku\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (福), meaning good fortune or blessings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe plump sparrow is traditionally associated with abundance and a prosperous household, making it a beloved motif for celebratory occasions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for Winter, New Year \u0026amp; Hatsugama\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause sparrows puff up their feathers in cold weather, this design is especially suitable for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewinter tea gatherings, New Year celebrations, and Hatsugama (the first tea gathering of the year)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts warm and cheerful appearance brings a sense of comfort and good fortune to the tea room.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Ninsei-Style Pottery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNinsei-style ceramics are inspired by the work of Nonomura Ninsei, a celebrated 17th-century Kyoto potter known for his elegant forms, refined glazes, and colorful overglaze decoration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis matcha bowl combines the traditional beauty of Kyoto ceramics with the charming symbolism of Fukura Suzume.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA lovely addition to a Japanese tea ceremony collection or a thoughtful gift for the winter season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eizan | Kyo-yaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47145539469508,"sku":null,"price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/9409\/7604\/files\/IMG_9263.jpg?v=1793428808","url":"https:\/\/narateacompany.com\/products\/ninsei-style-matcha-bowl-fukura-suzume-puffed-sparrow","provider":"Nara Tea Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}