Hazy Koishiwara Chawan Bowl (M3)

Introducing the Hazy Koishiwara Chawan Bowl (M1)

Tired of generic mugs and mass-produced dishes? This Hazy Koishiwara chawan feels like the cure. It’s a vintage Japanese ceramic bowl that balances daily comfort and quiet ritual. You pick it up, and it reminds you that beauty can be simple. But meaningful.

Born from traditional Japanese ceramics, its rounded silhouette speaks of slow centuries, shaped in Yanbe, Yamagata. At 12 cm wide and 7.4 cm tall, it fits naturally in your palms. The speckled off-white glaze shows faint horizontal lines where the potter’s hands guided the wheel. Inside, you’ll notice a small spiral at the base - an unfinished signature, a trace of the maker’s presence.

What you hold is a handmade Japanese pottery piece rooted in kogei, a bridge between tool and art. The foot is left raw, rough, and honest. It reveals the earthen clay beneath, and that slight wobble tells you it’s wheel-thrown, not factory stamped. You can almost feel the kiln’s warmth.

In your kitchen, this bowl becomes a chawan tea bowl for early morning matcha, a vessel for ramen, a small salad. It encourages you to slow down, to feel the weight of the moment. It’s simple, rustic, with that wabi sabi charm that values the imperfect.

Yes, there may be tiny pinpricks in the glaze or a hairline crack in the finish. That’s the point. These quiet flaws whisper honesty and history. For collectors of vintage Japanese ceramic bowls, this is a genuine find; authentic, rare, and spiced with character.

Given the rich history of Tenmoku and Yanbe ware, you’re holding something special. It’s a collectible Japanese tea bowl built for daily use. It ties into Japan’s long tea culture, the prized tradition of having a bowl echo your intentions.

Imagine whisking bright green matcha in this bowl. The creamy soup contrasts with the cream glaze. You can feel the stillness before the first sip.

Take this one if you believe in handmade things that speak. It’s not futuristic gadget‑ware. It’s slow, honest, lovely. And it’s waiting to be part of your ritual.

Bring home this Hazy Koishiwara Chawan Bowl (M1) and make your everyday a little more grounded, and a little more genuine.

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Please note:

Many of these bowls are vintage and may have small cracks, stains, or chips.

They were originally made in Japan for drinking tea (HS: 6912.00 or 6911.10), but we sell them as decorative items (HS: 6913.10) since there are no test results or certificates.

Some bowls come with free outer boxes (wood or cardboard), but this varies by item.

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We do not accept OEM or branding requests.

Free EMS shipping from Japan is included; our trading company in Fukuoka handles all exports from our warehouse there.

Each bowl is one of a kind; once sold, it won’t be restocked.

If you prefer UPS or FedEx, email us before ordering.