Featuring a soft, powdered white finish (kohiki) with subtle gray and soft blue gradations along the rim, its gentle form resembles morning mist resting over a quiet landscape.
Each piece is individually thrown on the wheel and glazed by hand, revealing the rich, organic character of natural stoneware (tsuchimono).
Comfortable in the hands and beautifully proportioned, this bowl is designed to elevate both daily matcha moments and traditional tea ceremonies.
Based in Dachi-cho, Toki City, Gifu Prefecture—the heart of Mino ware—Shoto-En creates everyday tableware tailored to modern lifestyles, focusing mainly on handcrafted stoneware. By combining traditional techniques with their own refined artistic sensibility, they masterfully bring out the natural qualities of clay and glaze. Their versatile craftsmanship spans from traditional Japanese aesthetic styles to slipware, characterized by a soft, tactile warmth and rich texture.
Dimensions: Diameter 4.7 inches (12.0 cm) / Height 3.0 inches (7.5 cm) /Weight 12.0 oz (345 g)
Notes: Hand wash only. Due to the handcrafted nature and natural glazes, subtle variations in tone and texture make each piece truly one-of-a-kind.