Purple Gradient Matcha Bowl

This matcha bowl features a soft color gradation and smooth texture. The calm, cylindrical form and refined atmosphere make it suitable for both tea ceremonies and daily matcha time.

The gentle purple tone is created by applying a white glaze over reddish clay that contains a high amount of iron, rather than using a purple glaze. Depending on the condition of the kiln and the bowl’s placement during firing, it may develop more blue or red hues, making each piece truly one of a kind.

Fine crackles known as kannyu add depth to the surface. As with all Hagi ware, its color and texture gradually change with use, a phenomenon known as the “seven transformations” of Hagi ware or Hagi no nanabake.

The bowl is perfectly sized to be gently cradled in both hands. With its comfortable shape and approachable design, it is a welcoming choice for both those new to matcha and experienced connoisseurs alike.

Packaged in a gift box, it also makes a thoughtful and elegant present.

Chinshu Kiln

Chinshu Kiln is a maker of Hagi ware that unites traditional techniques with a contemporary spirit. With a focus on bringing Hagi ware into everyday life, the kiln produces pieces that fit naturally into modern living, from classic styles to more design-forward tableware.

Each vessel is characterized by its soft, rustic textures and gentle hues, which are hallmarks of Hagi ware. These qualities are shaped by skilled artisans and knowledge passed down through generations.

Striving for both beauty and practicality, Chinshu Kiln crafts vessels that honor the tradition of Hagi ware while introducing subtle touches of newness, bringing warmth, color, and quiet beauty to everyday moments.

Hagi Ware

Hagi ware is a traditional Japanese pottery produced mainly in Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. Known for its soft, earthy appearance and subtle textures, it is valued for the way it reveals the natural character of the locally-sourced clay. The slightly porous body retains warmth and absorbs a trace of the liquids it holds, gradually shaping the vessel’s surface and tone through years of use.

Beloved by generations of tea masters, Hagi ware has long been celebrated alongside Raku and Karatsu in the saying, “First Raku, second Hagi, third Karatsu.” Its quiet, unpretentious beauty continues to inspire both practitioners of the tea ceremony and admirers of Japanese ceramics worldwide.