Kuro-Raku Chawan – Japanese Vintage Handcrafted Black Glaze Matcha Bowl with wooden box

Embrace the Essence of Wabi-Sabi: Handcrafted Japanese Black Glaze Chawan

Immerse yourself in the profound calm of traditional Japanese tea ceremony with this authentic handcrafted Black Glaze Chawan (Kuro-Raku style). Complete with its original artisan-signed wooden collector's box (Tomobako), this tea bowl embodies the purest expression of Wabi-sabi—finding beauty in imperfection, simplicity, and natural form.

The Story & Craftsmanship

• Hand-Formed Organic Silhouette: Shaped by hand without a mechanical potter’s wheel (Te-tsukune technique), the undulating, wave-like rim echoes the gentle contours of mountain ridges (Yamamichi). Every subtle curve fits naturally into the contours of your palms.

• Deep Luminous Black Glaze: Fired to reveal a rich, obsidian-black surface accented by warm earthen undertones and subtle mineral speckles. The deep interior creates a breathtaking, dramatic contrast that makes the vivid emerald foam of freshly whisked ceremonial matcha glow with life.

• Superior Heat Retention: The substantial ceramic walls cradle the warmth of your tea, keeping it at the perfect drinking temperature while offering a grounding, tactile ritual every time you lift the bowl to sip.

• Authentic Collector's Tomobako: Arrives in its traditional wooden storage box inscribed with authentic Japanese calligraphic ink signatures and seals, making it both a functional ceremonial tool and a cherished collectible.

Product Details & Specifications

• Origin: Handcrafted in Japan

• Style: Kuro-Raku / Seto-Kuro inspired ceramic

• Glaze: Glossy deep black with subtle reddish-earthen highlights

• Includes: 1x Ceramic Matcha Bowl, 1x Original Signed Wooden Box (Tomobako)

• Recommended For: Ceremonial Usucha (thin tea) and Koicha (thick tea)

Care Instructions

• Hand wash only using lukewarm water.

• Do not use harsh detergents, abrasive pads, microwaves, or dishwashers.

• Rinse thoroughly and let air dry completely before placing it back into the wooden box.