Ōyabu Kiln Matcha Bowl by Yoshio Iwamura – Ōhi-yaki Chawan | Japanese Tea Ceremony Ware | Handcrafted Pottery with Wooden Box

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Ōyabu Kiln Matcha Bowl by Yoshio Iwamura – Ōhi-yaki Chawan | Japanese Tea Ceremony Ware | Handcrafted Pottery with Wooden Box
Ōyabu Kiln Matcha Bowl by Yoshio Iwamura – Ōhi-yaki Chawan | Japanese Tea Ceremony Ware | Handcrafted Pottery with Wooden Box
Regular price $150.00

This exceptional Japanese Matcha Bowl (Chawan) is a fine work of Ōhi-yaki (大樋焼) pottery, created by Yoshio Iwamura (岩村与詩夫) of Ōyabu Kiln (大藪窯).
Ōhi-yaki is celebrated for its warm amber glaze, soft curves, and the natural elegance that reflects the philosophy of the Japanese tea ceremony — simplicity, harmony, and understated beauty.

The bowl’s graceful shape and refined color tone give it both depth and charm. The foot (kōdai) area is carefully finished, showing the artist’s masterful balance between form and function.

Details:

  • Artist: Yoshio Iwamura (岩村与詩夫)

  • Kiln: Ōyabu Kiln (大藪窯)

  • Style: Ōhi-yaki (大樋焼)

  • Origin: Japan

  • Condition: Brand new / Unused (未使用)

  • Color & Finish: Rich, warm glaze with subtle tonal variations

  • Material: Hand-crafted ceramic

  • Accessories: Comes with the original wooden tomobako box (桐箱付き)

  • Use: Perfect for tea ceremony, collection, or as an elegant display piece

A truly beautiful and well-crafted piece that embodies the spirit of Japanese wabi-sabi aesthetics — refined, organic, and timeless.

Ways to Use

Discover different methods to prepare and enjoy your matcha, from traditional ceremonies to modern variations.

Usucha Matcha: A popular, smooth, and frothy brew. This thin preparation highlights matcha's fresh flavor, perfect for daily enjoyment or informal tea ceremonies.

1

Warm up your tea bowl (Chawan) and whisk (Chasen)

Warming your matcha bowl and whisk (chasen) for 3 mins will help keep the bowl warm to maintain the ideal water temperature of 70-80°C during preparation, and it will also soften the whisk for better frothing.

Warm up your tea bowl (Chawan) and whisk (Chasen)
2

Sift Matcha

Sift 1.5 - 2g of matcha directly into your warmed bowl for a perfectly smooth, airy powder.

Sift Matcha
3

Pour Hot Water and Whisk

Pour 70 ml of hot water at around 175°F (70–80°C) into the bowl, then whisk the matcha. Whisk quickly for about 20 seconds in a zigzag 'M' or 'W' motion until a fine, creamy foam forms on top.

Pour Hot Water and Whisk

A ceremonial, thick-style matcha reserved for the most revered tea rituals. It is designed to celebrate the finest matcha quality and deliver an intense, deeply spiritual tasting experience.

1

Warming your matcha bowl and whisk (chasen) & Sift Matcha

Warming your matcha bowl and whisk (chasen) in hot water in 3 mins will keep the bowl warm to maintain the ideal water temperature of 70-80°C during preparation and hot water also soften the whisk for better frothing. Sift 5g of matcha into the warmed bowl for a smooth, airy powder.

Warming your matcha bowl and whisk (chasen) & Sift Matcha
2

Pour Hot water into the bowl and Whisk

Pour in 30 ml (2 tablespoons) of hot water at around 180°F (75–80°C). Using your Chasen, gently whisk, knead or stir the Matcha in slow, circular motions until it becomes smooth and thick — not frothy.

Pour Hot water into the bowl and Whisk
3

Add more hot water to complete the perfect Koi Matcha

Gradually add another 20 ml of hot water and continue mixing slowly until you achieve a rich, glossy, and creamy texture.

Add more hot water to complete the perfect Koi Matcha

A comforting, creamy beverage made by combining vibrant, whisked matcha with warm, frothy milk, offering a unique balance of green notes and silky smoothness

1

Make Matcha Base

Prepare Matcha: Sift 3-4g of matcha into a warmed bowl.

Make Matcha Base
2

Whisk & Froth

Add 70ml hot water (70-80°C) and whisk vigorously for 15-20 seconds to create a fine foam.

Whisk & Froth
3

Assemble Latte

Pour 150ml of steamed milk/ nut milk... into the whisked matcha, serve immediately.

Assemble Latte

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