Aka Raku Chawan by Sasaki Shoraku - Handmade Japanese Matcha Bowl | AKANE by POEMS (Copy)

Few ceramic traditions are as deeply connected to Japanese tea culture as Raku ware. Hand-shaped and fired at low temperatures, each bowl is created to be held, admired and enjoyed as part of the tea ceremony.

This Aka Raku (赤楽) chawan is handcrafted by Sasaki Shoraku (佐々木松楽), a respected Kyoto kiln dedicated to preserving the centuries-old Raku tradition. Its warm iron-red glaze reveals subtle variations in tone, delicate crackles and natural darkened areas created during firing. Every mark is unique, making each bowl a singular expression of clay, fire and the artisan's hand.

Collection Notes

• Handmade by Sasaki Shoraku (佐々木松楽) in Kyoto, Japan
• Traditional Aka Raku (Red Raku) technique, developed specifically for Japanese tea ceremony
• Hand-shaped form with a naturally balanced feel in the hands
• Thick walls retain warmth, ideal for whisking and drinking matcha
• Rich iron-red glaze with natural crackles and firing variations
• Every bowl is individually made and cannot be exactly reproduced

Product Details

+ Dimension: Approx. D105mm x H85mm

+ Region: Kyoto, Japan

+ Artist: Sasaki Shoraku (佐々木松楽)

+ Material: Clay

About Sasaki Shoraku (佐々木松楽)

The Sasaki Shoraku kiln is one of Kyoto's respected Raku workshops, continuing the tradition of handcrafting tea bowls inspired by the aesthetics of the Japanese tea ceremony. Each piece is individually formed by hand, embracing the subtle irregularities and warmth that have defined Raku ware for more than four centuries.