Straw Pattern Chawanmushi Bowl

Enjoy delicious chawanmushi, Japanese steamed egg custard, in this beautiful Arita ware chawanmushi bowl.

Painted with a straw pattern called mugiwarade, rendered here in several delicate colors creating a feeling that is both intriguing and subdued. Each brush stroke starts out thick and tapers out at the end, which adds a subtle interest to this otherwise simple pattern. 

The shape of the bowl is inspired by an ohitsu, a traditional rice container similar to a bucket. With its simple form and straight lines, this piece has a slightly larger capacity compared to the other chawanmushi bowls from this series.

Versatile in size and shape, this piece can also hold other steamed dishes, soups and desserts.

Tasei Kiln

Tasei Kiln has been producing Arita ware in Saga Prefecture for many years. Their pottery is often inspired by the charm of Japan’s four seasons, incorporating both traditional techniques and new technologies to make it environmentally friendly. In the overglaze painting process, they use lead-free paint developed by Arita in consideration of safety. These products can be used comfortably and safely by everyone from small children to the elderly. Additionally, the popular design of the bond motif makes these products suitable as gifts for life's milestones, such as marriage and longevity celebrations.

Crafted in the historic town of Arita, located in Saga Prefecture, Arita ware stands as the most venerable porcelain production hub in the annals of Japanese history. Characterized by its ethereal translucent white porcelain adorned with vibrant paintings, it has profoundly influenced the porcelain craft across Europe.

Within Japan, Arita ware is held in high esteem as a prestigious brand, with the town of Arita acknowledged as a quintessential porcelain production area.