Ale-net Satsuma Tenmoku Matcha Bowl - 450ml - Black & White

The Ale-net Satsuma Tenmoku Matcha Bowl brings a dramatic and time-honoured aesthetic to the tea table. The deep, matte black base is covered by a flowing, textured white glaze — a striking contrast that produces a unique surface on every piece. This powerful aesthetic is central to the Tenmoku style, prized for centuries in Japanese tea ceremonies.

The classic rounded form sits comfortably in both hands and provides ample room for whisking matcha to a smooth froth. Each piece is crafted in Japan, with slight variations in the glaze pattern that reflect its artisanal quality. A functional bowl for daily tea practice and a distinctive piece in any collection.

What's Included

• 1 x Ale-net Satsuma Tenmoku Matcha Bowl (Chawan) - 450ml

Key Features

• Tenmoku Contrasting Glaze: A deep matte black base covered by a flowing, textured white glaze — bold, artistic, and unique on every piece.
• Handcrafted Quality: Each bowl carries natural variations in glaze pattern that reflect the character of artisanal craftsmanship.
• Designed for Matcha: The classic rounded form is ideal for whisking and enjoying matcha.
• Wabi-Sabi Aesthetic: Embodies the Japanese spirit of finding beauty in handmade imperfection and natural form.
• Mino Ware Craftsmanship: Made in Japan from authentic Mino ware porcelain.

Care Instructions

• Dishwasher and microwave safe, though hand washing is recommended to best preserve the unique glaze.
• Can be stored in the refrigerator.
• Not suitable for use in an oven or on direct heat.
• As this is handcrafted pottery, please expect minor imperfections and natural variations in glaze, pattern, and shape — these are part of its character.

About Tenmoku Glaze

Tenmoku is a high-iron Japanese pottery glaze fired at high temperatures. Originally from China, it became highly esteemed in Japan — particularly for tea bowls used in the tea ceremony. The glaze is known for its deep, lustrous black and brown tones, often producing distinctive patterns such as oil spots or hare's fur that form naturally during the firing process. Each Tenmoku piece is, in this sense, unrepeatable.

About Mino Ware

Mino ware (Mino-yaki) is a style of Japanese pottery produced in the Gifu Prefecture, Japan's largest pottery-producing region. Its history spans over 1,300 years, and its adaptable designs have evolved to suit changing lifestyles, making it the most popular style of pottery in Japan today.

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