{"product_id":"matcharu-authentic-japanese-artisan-kuro-raku-chawan-handcrafted-black-glaze-matcha-bowl","title":"Matcharu Authentic Japanese Artisan Kuro-Raku Chawan – Handcrafted Black Glaze Matcha Bowl with wooden box","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEmbrace the Essence of Wabi-Sabi: Handcrafted Japanese Black Glaze Chawan\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImmerse yourself in the profound calm of traditional Japanese tea ceremony with this authentic handcrafted Black Glaze \u003ci\u003eChawan\u003c\/i\u003e (\u003ci\u003eKuro-Raku\u003c\/i\u003e style). Complete with its original artisan-signed wooden collector's box (\u003ci\u003eTomobako\u003c\/i\u003e), this tea bowl embodies the purest expression of \u003ci\u003eWabi-sabi\u003c\/i\u003e—finding beauty in imperfection, simplicity, and natural form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Story \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHand-Formed Organic Silhouette:\u003c\/b\u003e Shaped by hand without a mechanical potter’s wheel (\u003ci\u003eTe-tsukune\u003c\/i\u003e technique), the undulating, wave-like rim echoes the gentle contours of mountain ridges (\u003ci\u003eYamamichi\u003c\/i\u003e). Every subtle curve fits naturally into the contours of your palms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDeep Luminous Black Glaze:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSuperior Heat Retention:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthentic Collector's Tomobako:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Details \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Handcrafted in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Kuro-Raku \/ Seto-Kuro inspired ceramic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGlaze:\u003c\/b\u003e Glossy deep black with subtle reddish-earthen highlights\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/b\u003e 1x 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 For:\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\u003eHand wash only using lukewarm water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not use harsh detergents, abrasive pads, microwaves, or dishwashers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse thoroughly and let air dry completely before placing it back into the wooden box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Matcharu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48692521959665,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1028\/3505\/files\/7.png?v=1788639349","url":"https:\/\/matcharu.com\/products\/matcharu-authentic-japanese-artisan-kuro-raku-chawan-handcrafted-black-glaze-matcha-bowl","provider":"Matcharu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}