Red Raku Matcha Bowl MAKER_Sourakuan Kiln The vivid contrast between the

The vivid contrast between the two colors make it a very popular pattern

a symbol in Japanese New Year decor for purifying and dispelling misfortune

and sansui (landscape scenes) rendered in fine sometsuke blue

The base is left unglazed

creating alternating ridges and channels that draw the eye toward the center

Red Raku Matcha Bowl MAKER_Sourakuan Kiln The vivid contrast between theThis red Raku (Aka Raku) matcha bowl reflects the warmth and earthy presence long valued in the Japanese tea ceremony. Hand shaped by a master artisan in keeping with Raku tradition, this bowl is formed from iron rich clay and crafted using a traditional clay slip technique, using yellow ocher to achieve its distinct red color. Fired at around 800C (1472F) and finished with a clear glaze, the bowl develops its unique character through the kiln. During