This handmade ceramic matcha chawan is created using the kurinuki technique and designed for matcha tea rituals and mindful daily use.
Carved entirely by hand from a single block of black clay, the bowl reflects the philosophy of wabi-sabi — an appreciation of natural imperfection, asymmetry, and the quiet beauty of handmade objects. The irregular form, subtle surface marks, and organic proportions are intentional, preserving the direct trace of the maker’s hand.
The contrast between the rough, earthy exterior and the softly glazed interior creates a balanced and calm visual rhythm, supporting a slow and attentive matcha preparation.
The interior is smoothly glazed in a light, creamy tone with natural dark movement, creating a calm contrast to the deep, earthy body of the bowl. This balance of rough and smooth, dark and light, makes the chawan visually rich and comfortable to use.
This piece is made by ceramic artist Andrii Tyrsa as a one of a kind work. Each chawan is created as an individual artistic expression rather than a repeated design, with careful attention to form and ritual use.
The chawan works equally well for traditional matcha preparation, tea rituals, or as a ceramic collection piece in an interior space.
Use & Experience
This ceramic chawan is designed for traditional matcha tea rituals and slow, attentive preparation. Its proportions feel stable in the hands and support a calm rhythm of whisking and drinking matcha.
The kurinuki texture adds a tactile experience that encourages presence during tea practice. Beyond daily use, the chawan also works as an interior accent or a collectible piece of studio ceramics.
It can also serve as a thoughtful gift for matcha lovers, tea practitioners, and collectors of handmade ceramic works.
Technical Details
Capacity: approx. 440 ml / 15 US fl oz
Height: approx. 8 cm / 3.1 in
Diameter: approx. 12 cm / 4.7 in
Weight: approx. 300 g
Material: high-fired stoneware (black clay)
Technique: handbuilt using the kurinuki technique (wheel-free)
Finish: food-safe glaze inside, natural textured ceramic surface outside
Firing: high temperature (over 1200 °C)
Each chawan is one of a kind. Small variations in form, texture, and glaze are part of the artistic process.
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