{"product_id":"sakata-yahata-cranes-plum-blossoms-kyo-ware-matcha-bowl","title":"Hand-Painted Kyo Ware Matcha Bowl \"Auspicious Cranes and Plum Blossoms\" by Sakata Yahata","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"99\"\u003eAuspicious Crane Matcha Bowl\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"139\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"139\"\u003eKyoto Ware (Kyo-yaki), Yahata Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"279\"\u003eThis matcha bowl features an auspicious crane motif, a traditional symbol of longevity, good fortune, and harmony in Japanese culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"587\"\u003eCrafted in Kyoto ware (Kyo-yaki) using the Yahata style, the bowl reflects refined craftsmanship and elegant design developed in Kyoto’s long ceramic tradition.\u003cbr data-start=\"449\" data-end=\"452\"\u003eIts balanced form and gentle presence make it well suited for tea practice, while the crane motif adds a meaningful, celebratory touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"682\"\u003eA graceful piece for seasonal tea gatherings, special occasions, and everyday moments of tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-end=\"56\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/narateacompany.com\/collections\/kyo-ware\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eKyo Ware\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"452\" data-end=\"617\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"958\"\u003eArtist: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"78\"\u003eSakata Yahata (Yahata Kiln)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"81\"\u003eBorn in 1950 in Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"302\"\u003eIn 1975, Sakata began studying under Kozo Kawashima, training for four years.\u003cbr data-start=\"219\" data-end=\"222\"\u003eHe became independent in 1980 and has continued his work to the present day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"304\" data-end=\"559\"\u003eWhile respecting the natural character and texture of clay, Sakata aims to create handcrafted vessels with the delicate sensibility associated with Kyoto craftsmanship.\u003cbr data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"479\"\u003eHis work balances the raw beauty of the material with refined, thoughtful forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eDimensions\u003cbr data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"45\"\u003eDiameter: approx. 12 cm (4.7 in)\u003cbr data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"680\"\u003eHeight: approx. 7.5 cm (3.0 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"94\" data-start=\"55\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Kyo (Kiyomizu) Ware\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\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\/p\u003e","brand":"Kyo Ware","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45632965607620,"sku":null,"price":198.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/9409\/7604\/files\/sakata-yahata-cranes-plum-blossoms-kyo-ware-matcha-bowl-main.jpg?v=1784659338","url":"https:\/\/narateacompany.com\/products\/sakata-yahata-cranes-plum-blossoms-kyo-ware-matcha-bowl","provider":"Nara Tea Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}