Kyō-yaki Chawan by Okamoto Shōni - Handmade Japanese Matcha Bowl | SABIRIKYU

Kyoto has been the heart of the Japanese tea ceremony for centuries, where master potters refined ceramics not through excess, but through balance, proportion and restraint.

Handcrafted by Okamoto Shōzō (岡本璋弐), this Kyō-yaki chawan reflects that philosophy. Its Tsutsu-gata (筒茶碗) form is traditionally favoured during the colder months, allowing the matcha to retain warmth while the hands naturally embrace the vessel. The silhouette is elegant yet purposeful, embodying the quiet sophistication that has distinguished Kyoto ceramics for generations.

The iron glaze reveals subtle layers of bronze, charcoal and metallic undertones that shift gently as light moves across the surface. The softly textured exterior contrasts with the smooth rim, creating a tactile experience that becomes part of the ritual itself. 

Presented in its original signed Tomobako (共箱), complete with the artist's calligraphy and seal, this chawan is both a functional tea bowl and a collectible ceramic work.

Collection Notes

• Handmade by Okamoto Shōzō (岡本璋弐)
• Crafted in Kyoto, the birthplace of the Japanese tea ceremony
• Traditional Tsutsu-gata form designed to retain warmth
• Rich Sabirikyū iron glaze with layered metallic depth
• Individually wheel-thrown and hand-glazed
• Accompanied by its original signed Tomobako (共箱)

Product Details

+ Dimension: Approx. D98mm x H88mm

+ Region: Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

+ Artist: Okamoto Shōzo

+ Material: Clay

+ Shape: Tsutsu

About Okamoto Shōzō

A Kyoto ceramic artist working within the distinguished tradition of Kyō-yaki (京焼). His work reflects the refined aesthetic for which Kyoto ceramics are celebrated, where careful proportions, restrained glazes and meticulous craftsmanship take precedence over ornamentation. Each vessel is created to be appreciated not only as a work of ceramic art, but as an integral part of the tea ceremony itself.