Handmade Chawan by 13th Gen Riza-gama - Japanese Matcha Bowl | UTSUTSUGAWA

UTSUTSUGAWA Handmade "Egret" Matcha Chawan 

The UTSUTSUGAWA chawan is a masterclass in delicate contrast. Featuring the signature white Egret (a symbol of purity and grace), this bowl is a contemporary continuation of a legacy dating back to 1789. Crafted by the renowned Riza Kiln, this piece represents the "serene and poetic" spirit of one of Japan’s most historically significant ceramic styles.

Why UTSUTSUGAWA is Special

• 13th Generation Pedigree: This bowl isn't just "handmade"; it is the work of Riza Kiln, currently led by its 13th-generation master. They are the primary guardians of the Utsutsugawa style, ensuring that the 200-year-old techniques remain authentic

• The Signature Egret (Shirasagi): The egret is hand-painted using a specialized slip-painting technique. The bird seems to float across the bowl’s surface, a nod to the "Age-hakeme" (raised brushstroke) style that made Utsutsugawa famous among the Edo-period elite.

• The Hatazori-gata (Curve-Lip) Form: The elegant, flared rim is designed for comfort. The curve allows the matcha to flow smoothly to the palate while the bowl sits comfortably in the curve of your palms

• The Iron-Rich Clay: Utsutsugawa ware is known for its thin, high-fired clay body. This allows the bowl to feel surprisingly light and refined while maintaining incredible strength.

This Chawan is presented in a traditional Tomobako, a paulownia wood box hand-signed by the artist. In Japanese culture, the box is the "birth certificate" of the bowl. Whether as a meaningful gift for a tea practitioner or a centerpiece for your own collection, it is a piece that carries the quiet sophistication of Nagasaki’s hills.

Product Details

+ Dimension: Approx. D125mm x H71mm

+ Region: Hasami, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan

+ Potter: Riza Kiln

+ Material: Clay

+ Forming: Wheel

+ Shape: Hatazori-gata (Curve-lip)