{"product_id":"matcharu-authentic-japanese-artisan-kuro-raku-chawan-handcrafted-black-glaze-matcha-bowl-copy","title":"Matcharu Authentic Handcrafted Japanese Mino-yaki Chawan – Artisan White Crackle Glaze Matcha Bowl with wooden Box","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTimeless Craftsmanship: Handcrafted Mino-yaki White Crackle Chawan\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStep into the serene world of traditional Japanese tea ceremony with this authentic handcrafted Mino-yaki \u003ci\u003eChawan\u003c\/i\u003e. Originating from the historic Mino kiln region in Gifu Prefecture—renowned since the Momoyama period for producing the tea ware of legendary masters—this tea bowl arrives complete with its original artisan-inscribed wooden collector’s box (\u003ci\u003eTomobako\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Story \u0026amp; Wabi-Sabi Aesthetics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLuminous Snow-White Crackle Glaze (\u003ci\u003eKannyu\u003c\/i\u003e):\u003c\/b\u003e Coated in a soft, milk-white feldspathic glaze that reveals an intricate network of fine hairline crackles and natural iron specks beneath the surface. Over years of ceremonial use, matcha tea liquor will naturally seep into these tiny fissures, developing a rich, personalized patina (\u003ci\u003ekeshiki\u003c\/i\u003e) highly prized by tea masters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eClassic \u003ci\u003eTsutsu-gata\u003c\/i\u003e (Cylindrical) Silhouette:\u003c\/b\u003e The upright, gently cradling walls are traditionally favored for cooler seasons (autumn and winter) to retain optimal warmth and concentrate the lush aroma of freshly whisked matcha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Perfect Canvas for Vibrant Matcha:\u003c\/b\u003e The pale, neutral ivory-white interior forms an exquisite backdrop, accentuating the vivid emerald-jade foam and velvety texture of premium ceremonial matcha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eArtisan-Signed Collector's Box:\u003c\/b\u003e Accompanied by its authentic Japanese cedar storage box (\u003ci\u003eTomobako\u003c\/i\u003e), inscribed with calligraphic brushwork affirming its genuine Mino origin and handcrafted prestige.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Handcrafted in Mino (Gifu Prefecture, Japan)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Mino-yaki \/ Shino-Kohiki ceramic style\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGlaze:\u003c\/b\u003e Milky white matte\/semi-gloss finish with fine crackle texture \u0026amp; iron spotting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/b\u003e 1x Handcrafted Ceramic Matcha Bowl, 1x Original Signed Wooden Box (\u003ci\u003eTomobako\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecommended Use:\u003c\/b\u003e Ceremonial Usucha (thin tea) and Koicha (thick tea)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGently rinse with warm water before and after each use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever use abrasive scrubbers, harsh detergents, dishwashers, or microwaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow the bowl to air dry thoroughly in a well-ventilated area before storing it in its wooden box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Matcharu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48692538736881,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1028\/3505\/files\/Matcharu_Authentic_Japanese_Artisan_Chawan_Ceremonial_Matcha_Bowl_2.png?v=1788640340","url":"https:\/\/matcharu.com\/products\/matcharu-authentic-japanese-artisan-kuro-raku-chawan-handcrafted-black-glaze-matcha-bowl-copy","provider":"Matcharu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}