Hanagumo matcha bowl, sakura tree in Nanasai Tenmoku glaze, by Taro Kojima, Nunobiki Kiln Japan

Hanagumo matcha bowl with paulownia tomobako box, Nunobiki Kiln inscription and seal, Taro Kojima

Hanagumo matcha bowl, full front view, sakura blossom glaze on Shigaraki clay, Taro Kojima Japan

Hanagumo matcha bowl, sakura tree motif in Nanasai Tenmoku, charcoal and blush tones, Taro Kojima

Hanagumo matcha bowl bottom view, hand-trimmed Shigaraki clay foot, Nunobiki Kiln artist stamp

Hanagumo matcha bowl interior, deep green Nanasai Tenmoku glaze, wide opening for matcha whisking

Close-up of sakura tree pattern on Hanagumo bowl, Nanasai Tenmoku glaze detail, Taro Kojima

Hanagumo matcha bowl rim detail, hand-thrown edge with aurora green Tenmoku glaze, Shigaraki clay

Hanagumo matcha bowl, front view, aurora green and warm ochre Nanasai Tenmoku glaze, Taro Kojima Japan

Hanagumo matcha bowl, side view, blush and green Tenmoku glaze on Shigaraki clay, Taro Kojima Japan

Hanagumo matcha bowl, sakura tree motif in muted tones, Nanasai Tenmoku glaze, Taro Kojima Japan

Hanagumo matcha bowl, full sakura tree glaze painting, charcoal and blush, Nunobiki Kiln Japan

Hanagumo matcha bowl, sakura branches in Nanasai Tenmoku, warm ochre foot, Taro Kojima Japan

Hanagumo matcha bowl, reverse side, aurora green Tenmoku glaze, Shigaraki clay, Taro Kojima Japan

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Hanagumo Matcha Bowl

A unique artisan piece — only this exact bowl exists

€485,00

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100% made in Japan, crafted with integrity and ethical labor practices.

Product Details

In the Box: 1 Handcrafted Matcha Bowl + Artisan-Signed Tomobako (Paulownia Wood Box)
Material: Glazed Pottery
Technique: Nanasai Tenmoku Glaze
Color Palette: Smoky Sage, Antique Amber, Blossom Dusk, Ink Graphite, Misted Pearl
Dimensions: Approx. Diameter 4.7" × Height 3.0" (120 × 77 mm)
Capacity: Approx. 500 ml
Weight: Approx. 9.9 oz (280 g)
Origin: Nunobiki Kiln, Shiga, Japan

Exclusivity Note: This matcha bowl cannot be reordered or remade. Owning it means owning the only one that exists.

Hand-thrown by artist Taro Kojima at Nunobiki Kiln in Shiga, Japan, the Hanagumo matcha bowl measures 4.7" wide and 3.0" tall (120 × 77 mm).

The exterior is finished in Nanasai Tenmoku, a glaze painting technique developed by Kojima-san himself: kiln-transformed glazes of deep transparency and varied color, rendering a sakura tree directly onto the clay.

Slight variations at the rim and foot are the marks of a hand, not a mold. A singular object, shaped once and unrepeatable.

The wide opening gives the chasen room to move. Intended for whisked matcha at home. Hand wash only.

More Information

Blossom Haze in Glaze
The name Hanagumo, 花曇, refers to the overcast sky of sakura season in Japan: a soft, luminous haze that diffuses light through cherry blossoms in full bloom.
Kojima-san rendered that atmosphere directly onto the clay. Cool, speckled tones recede into the background as painted branches reach across the surface, blossom clusters dissolving at their edges. The effect is not decorative. It is a landscape held in glaze.
This quality of natural variation, where fire and material arrive at something unplanned, sits at the heart of the Nanasai Tenmoku tradition and the wabi-sabi sensibility it draws from.
A Refined Unboxing Experience
The Hanagumo matcha bowl (matchawan 抹茶碗) is presented in a traditional Tomobako (共箱), a paulownia wood box historically associated with significant handcrafted works in Japan. The lid bears the artisan's handwritten inscription and the seal of Nunobiki Kiln, affirming both origin and authenticity. The box is not packaging.
Beyond protection, it marks the transfer of something made with intention, from the hands that shaped it to the hands that will use it.

Care Guide

About your Hanagumo Matcha Bowl
This bowl is made to be held, used, and lived with. Its character deepens through a daily tea ritual, not on a shelf. Treat it with simple, consistent care and the glaze will reward you over time.

Maintenance

No Harsh Appliances: Keep away from the oven, microwave, and dishwasher.
Gentle Cleaning: Rinse with warm water and a small amount of mild soap, using a soft sponge. Dry immediately with a soft cloth.
Preservation Over Time: Avoid sudden temperature changes and do not leave liquids sitting inside for extended periods. With steady care, the glaze will mature and deepen, adding richness to the bowl's natural character.

The Artist

Taro Kojima

Location: Higashiomi, Shiga Prefecture, Japan
Technique: Nanasai Tenmoku
Tradition: Kyoto ware / Shigaraki ware

Born in 1940 in Miyagi Prefecture, Taro Kojima spent his formative years training across Kyoto and Shigaraki, absorbing two of Japan's most distinct ceramic traditions before establishing Nunobiki Kiln in Higashiomi City, Shiga Prefecture.

Nestled near the shores of Lake Biwa, the kiln is a family endeavor where monozukuri is not a philosophy but a daily rhythm. Working with Shigaraki clay, prized for its coarse grain and its deep affinity with fire, Kojima-san approaches each piece as a singular event.

His signature Nanasai Tenmoku glaze is applied entirely by hand. Through firing, it transforms into deep transparency and varied color, capable of rendering natural imagery directly onto the clay, making every piece genuinely unrepeatable.

Learn more

Hand-trimmed foot rim and Nunobiki Kiln seal, unglazed Shigaraki clay base, Hanagumo matcha bowl by Taro Kojima

Sakura tree branches in kiln-fired Nanasai Tenmoku glaze, close-up detail, Hanagumo matcha bowl by Taro Kojima

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Hanagumo Matcha Bowl FAQs

Does the Hanagumo Matcha Bowl come with a wooden box?

Yes. The Hanagumo comes with its original Tomobako, a paulownia wood box bearing the artisan's handwritten inscription and the seal of Nunobiki Kiln. It is part of the piece, not just its packaging.

Why choose a handcrafted matcha bowl like the Hanagumo?

A handcrafted matchawan carries what a factory cannot replicate: the subtle weight distribution, the slight irregularity of the rim, the glaze that settled in its own way.
Every detail reflects a decision made by hand.

Can I use the Hanagumo for matcha latte or other teas?

Yes. While designed for whisked matcha, the Hanagumo works equally well for koicha, usucha, and matcha lattes.
The wide opening makes whisking effortless and blending milk smooth. Warm the bowl beforehand for best results.

Why is the Hanagumo truly one of a kind?

The Hanagumo is hand-thrown without a mold and finished in Nanasai Tenmoku. When it leaves the kiln, the glaze has settled in a way that cannot be planned or repeated. No other bowl carries this exact image.

How should I care for the Hanagumo Matcha Bowl?

Hand wash only, using warm water, mild soap, and a soft sponge. Dry immediately with a soft cloth. Avoid the oven, microwave, and dishwasher.
Do not leave liquids inside for long periods.

Do you ship the Hanagumo to the USA and Europe?

Yes. We ship worldwide, always with full tracking.
Every order is packed carefully in-house, so your piece travels safely from our hands in Japan to yours.

Is my shipment insured and fully trackable?

Yes. Every shipment is insured and tracked from dispatch to delivery.
Our team provides responsive support throughout, so your experience feels safe and smooth from Japan to your doorstep.