{"product_id":"handcrafted-matcha-bowl-rustic-stoneware","title":"Matcha Bowl","description":"\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're thrilled to be able to bring you this beautiful handmade ceremonial matcha bowl. You can feel the craftsmanship the moment you pick it up: the weight in your hands, the texture of the stoneware, the small contours where the potter's fingers shaped it. Each piece is one of a kind, and this is the bowl that will truly complete your matcha ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unglazed clay base shows the raw character of the stoneware and the marks of the potter's hand. Rooted in the wabi-sabi tradition, this bowl is built around the idea that imperfections are part of what makes a h\u003cimg\u003eandmade object worth keeping. Slight asymmetries, subtle tonal shifts in the glaze, and a finish that won't look identical to the next bowl on the shelf are all part of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thoughtful gift for any matcha or tea lover, ready to give as-is. Every bowl ships in gift-ready packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMatcha and tools sold separately. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theteaspot.mom\/products\/essential-matcha-kit\" title=\"essential matcha kit\"\u003eEssential Matcha Kit\u003c\/a\u003e if you'd rather have a bowl, tools, and starter matcha all in one set.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCeremonial matcha bowl (chawan)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Stoneware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFill capacity: ~20 oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 4.75\" diameter x 3.15\" height\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in three colorways: Cobalt Blue, Poppy Red, Misty Grey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-shaped, so subtle variations in glaze, tone, and form are part of the design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnglazed clay base\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips in gift-ready packaging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatcha and matcha tools sold separately\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in China\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/4424\/6052\/files\/matcha_bowl_craft.jpg?v=1777998335\" alt=\"Handcrafted rustic stoneware matcha bowl being held by artisan\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Matcha Bowl in the Wabi-Sabi Tradition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWabi-sabi is the Japanese aesthetic of finding beauty in imperfection, asymmetry, and the marks left by time and use. It's the opposite of mass production: instead of identical objects with seamless finishes, wabi-sabi celebrates pieces that wear their making honestly. A glaze that pools differently on one side. A rim that isn't perfectly round. A foot that shows the texture of the clay underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bowl is built in that traditional style. Hand-shaped on a wheel, finished with a glaze that's allowed to vary, and left unglazed at the base where the stoneware shows through. No two bowls are identical. The one you receive will be its own object, with its own quiet character, made to live with you for a long time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe broad, deep shape of the chawan provides enough space for a bamboo whisk to move freely in the rapid zigzag motions required to create a smooth, frothy layer of tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a formal tea ceremony in Japan, the chawan is treated as the centerpiece — an object of philosophical and aesthetic appreciation that's often shared between guests as a sign of respect and harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/4424\/6052\/files\/matcha_bowl_paint.jpg?v=1777998511\" alt=\"a person hand paints the bottom of a matcha bowl\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Matcha Bowl Worth Gifting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're shopping for a matcha lover, this bowl is one of the most personal gifts on the menu. It's handmade, no two are identical, and it becomes a daily-use object the recipient will reach for years from now. Each bowl ships in gift-ready packaging, so it's ready to wrap and give as-is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few thoughtful items for a complete gift:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theteaspot.mom\/collections\/japanese-tea-japanese-green-tea\/products\/ceremonial-matcha-grade-a\" title=\"ceremonial matcha tin\"\u003eCeremonial Matcha Tin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e so they have something to brew the day it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theteaspot.mom\/collections\/japanese-tea-japanese-green-tea\/products\/essential-matcha-kit\" title=\"essential matcha kit\"\u003eEssential Matcha Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e if they don't already own the tools (the kit comes with its own spouted chawan, but pairing this rustic bowl alongside makes a generous, well-rounded gift).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePair with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theteaspot.mom\/collections\/japanese-tea-japanese-green-tea\/products\/ceremonial-matcha-to-go-sticks\" title=\"ceremonial matcha stick pack\"\u003eCeremonial Matcha Stick Refill Pack\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for a smaller, ready-to-go gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend hand washing these matcha bowls to protect the unglazed base and preserve the surface variations that make each piece distinct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse with warm water and a soft cloth or sponge after each use. A drop of mild dish soap is fine on the glazed interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid abrasive scrubbers, which can dull the glaze over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry the bowl thoroughly before storing, especially around the unglazed base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's normal for the unglazed clay to darken slightly over time as it absorbs trace minerals and tea oils. That subtle patina is part of how the bowl becomes uniquely yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs matcha included with this bowl?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. The bowl is sold on its own. We'd recommend pairing it with our ceremonial matcha tin or matcha stick refill pack, both linked above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the whisk and other tools included?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, the bowl is sold by itself. If you want everything in one box, take a look at our Essential Matcha Kit for the full experience, which includes a different chawan plus the chasen, chashaku, sifter, whisk holder, and starter matcha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes each bowl look exactly like the photo?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, and that's intentional. Each bowl is hand-shaped, so glaze tone, contour, and surface texture vary from piece to piece. The photo gives you the general look, but the bowl you receive will be one of a kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.75\" diameter and 3.15\" tall, with a fill capacity of about 20 oz. That's a generous size for whisking without splashing, even though a typical matcha serving only uses 2 to 3 oz of liquid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it come with gift packaging?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Every bowl ships in gift-ready packaging, ready to give as-is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat shape is this matcha bowl?\u003c\/strong\u003e The bowl follows a wan-nari-inspired form, the most traditional chawan shape, with a gentle curve from base to rim and a wide opening. It's comfortable in two hands and works year-round. Other traditional chawan shapes include the tsutsu-nari (a tall cylindrical shape ideal for winter) and the hira-nari (a flat, shallow shape made for summer cooling).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a good matcha bowl for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The wide opening gives the bamboo whisk plenty of room to move, which makes whisking easier and helps prevent splashing. The wan-nari shape is forgiving and works from your first bowl to your hundredth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Tea Spot","offers":[{"title":"Cobalt Blue","offer_id":44143729606692,"sku":"8-012B","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Poppy Red","offer_id":44143729639460,"sku":"8-016R","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Misty Grey","offer_id":44143729672228,"sku":"8-014G","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/4424\/6052\/files\/matchabowlsproduct.jpg?v=1778080267","url":"https:\/\/www.theteaspot.mom\/products\/handcrafted-matcha-bowl-rustic-stoneware","provider":"The Tea Spot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}