Matcha Bowl Oribe - Koji Kitano - Shibori Seto-ware

Matcha Bowl Oribe - Koji Kitano - Shibori Seto-wareThis matcha bowl is from Koji Kitano an award winning ceramicist; his accomplishments include the Prefectural Governors Award for Aichi. Mr. Kitano has exhibited his works around Japan for over 37 years. Known for his Oribe ware, he has created these playful teaware ceramics for Matsu Kaze Tea. First appearing in sixteenth century Japan, Oribe ware departed from the more somber, monochrome, symmetrical and balanced Raku ware that preceded it with its

Capacity teapot: 500 mL / teacup: 120 mL

Steep: 3 min

first flush leaves

It comes in three colours: white

It has a grayish white glaze with blue brush lines inside and outside

caramel sweetness with slightly salty flavour and a balanced finish

rich colours: urushi brown

This unique

Water: 250-300 mL at 70-80 °C

not roasted

Included a removal mesh strainer

This large round (maru) shaped traditional yunomi teacup has a wider diameter at the top