A Japanese ceramic matcha bowl adorned with an aurora and a mountain against a black background. Tsukushi

A Japanese ceramic matcha bowl with an aurora and a mountain sits next to a wooden box with calligraphy. Tsukushi

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A top view of Japanese ceramic matcha bowl adorned with an aurora against a black background. Tsukushi

A Japanese ceramic matcha bowl adorned with an aurora and a grove of trees, set against a black background. Tsukushi

A Japanese ceramic matcha bowl adorned with an aurora, a mountain, and a grove of trees, set against a black background. Tsukushi

A Japanese ceramic matcha bowl designed with an aurora, a mountain, and a grove of trees, set against a black background. Tsukushi

A Japanese ceramic matcha bowl adorned with an aurora and a bunch of trees against a black background. Tsukushi

A Japanese ceramic matcha bowl designed with an aurora and grove of trees, set against a black background. Tsukushi

A Japanese ceramic matcha bowl adorned with a pink Aurora and a grove of trees against a black background. Tsukushi

Nunobiki

Somori Matcha Bowl

Name: Somori | Matcha Bowl
Brand: Nunobiki
SKU: NU-CHA-03
Price: 517.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$517.00

Crafted on Demand
This item is handmade in Japan exclusively after your order is placed.
Production takes 6–8 weeks.
Estimated delivery between 30 March – 6 April.
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Product Details

Box Contents: 1 ceramic matcha bowl
Material: Handcrafted Japanese pottery.
Color: Aurora green, rose, brown, beige
Dimensions: Approx. Diameter 4.7" × Height 3.1" (120× 80 mm)
Weight: Approx. 9.9 oz (280 g)

Note: Each handcrafted Japanese matcha bowl is one-of-a-kind; the piece shown is a reference for made-to-order creations.

Shaped at the Nunobiki Kiln through a quiet spirit of monozukuri, the Somori Matcha Bowl blends soft greens and warm copper tones, like an aurora over a forest.
Its organic texture and gentle irregularities reflect the philosophy of , making this handmade matcha bowl a calm and authentic piece for mindful tea moments.

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Handcrafted by Taro Kojima
Each Somori matcha bowl is shaped, trimmed, and glazed by hand at the Nunobiki kiln.
The artisan’s touch guides every step, allowing the colors to flow naturally and giving the bowl its quiet sense of depth.
No molds are used, ensuring that each handmade matcha bowl has its own character and presence.
Aurora Landscape Glaze
The Somori glaze reveals soft greens blending into copper and rose tones, forming a horizon reminiscent of an aurora above a forest.
This atmospheric palette reflects the wabi sabi appreciation for natural variation and the beauty created through time, fire, and careful craftsmanship.
Cultural Spirit
In Japanese tea culture, the japanese matcha bowl embodies intention and mindfulness.
Somori carries this spirit into everyday rituals, offering a vessel that feels both grounded and expressive.
Its landscape-like glaze invites a moment of stillness with each preparation of tea.

Care Guide

About Your Japanese Matcha Bowl
Each Somori matcha bowl is shaped by hand at the Nunobiki kiln, where monozukuri guides every step.
Its flowing glaze and soft irregularities reflect the wabi sabi spirit, making every handmade matcha bowl a unique companion for your tea ritual.
How to Care for Your Matcha Bowl
Treat your bowl with the same attention with which it was crafted. Avoid sudden temperature changes and prolonged moisture.
This is not a mass-produced item, but an object of Japanese craftsmanship meant to age with grace through mindful daily use.
Cleaning Recommendations
Do not place your japanese matcha bowl in the oven, microwave, or dishwasher.
After preparing tea, rinse with warm water and mild soap, then dry it gently with a soft cloth.
Avoid leaving liquids inside for long periods.
With simple care, the glaze will deepen over time, enhancing the bowl’s natural character.

A Japanese ceramic matcha bowl designed with an Aurora against a black background. Tsukushi

Guided by Monozukuri

A Piece for Those Who Truly Appreciate Craft

For those who seek authenticity and quiet refinement, the Somori Matcha Bowl is more than a vessel.
It is a wonderful creation by master potter Taro Kojima, where each curve is guided by monozukuri and the rhythm of his hands.

As this bowl is crafted on demand, you can be sure that no two bowls share the same horizon of colors and decoration lines, making every handmade matcha bowl a personal expression of the artisan’s touch.

Choosing Somori means embracing intention over excess. Its gentle irregularities, born from wabi-sabi, invite you to pause, hold the bowl with calm attention, and savor beauty in its most natural form.
This is an object for those who value depth, patience, and the quiet presence only true Japanese craftsmanship can deliver.

A close-up of a Japanese ceramic matcha bowl adorned with an Aurora against a black background. Tsukushi

Shaped with Intention

The Essence of Quiet Luxury in Tea

The Somori Matcha Bowl turns the simple act of preparing tea into a moment of calm presence.
Its flowing glaze, shaped through monozukuri and the slow rhythm of handcrafting, gives each handmade matcha bowl a depth that can be felt through touch as much as seen in its colors.

The soft irregularities, inspired by wabi sabi, make every bowl quietly expressive, inviting you to slow down and reconnect with intention.

In a world that rarely pauses, this japanese matcha bowl offers a rare kind of luxury.
It is subtle, grounded, and deeply personal, encouraging a return to warmth, texture, and awareness with every sip.

Where it's Made

Nunobiki, Where Monozukuri Begins

At Nunobiki, near the quiet shores of Lake Biwa, the Somori Matcha Bowl is shaped through a slow and attentive approach to monozukuri.

Here, Taro Kojima and his family guide each piece from raw clay to finished form, letting glaze, texture, and fire settle into their own natural balance.

Every handmade matcha bowl is crafted individually, a dialogue between earth and flame that reflects the spirit of wabi sabi.
The result is a true Japanese matcha bowl, created with patience, intention, and the warmth of human hands.

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A Japanese ceramic matcha bowl with an Aurora sits next to a wooden box with calligraphy, set against a dark background. Tsukushi.

Cultural Notes

Echoes of Aurora in Japanese Pottery

In Japanese pottery, glazes often capture the atmosphere of nature rather than depicting it directly.
The Somori Matcha Bowl reflects this tradition through an aurora-like blend of greens and copper tones, creating a soft horizon that feels both luminous and calm.

This shifting light expresses the wabi sabi appreciation for impermanence and quiet transformation.
Each Japanese matcha bowl becomes a small landscape shaped by fire, holding a fleeting moment of sky within its surface.

Making of Japanese pottery (landscape). Tsukushi

The Somori Matcha Bowl captures an aurora in ceramic form, where shifting greens and warm copper tones meet above a quiet treeline.

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Matcha Bowl FAQs

What is a matcha bowl (Matchawan)?

A matcha bowl (抹茶碗, matchawan) is a handcrafted vessel used to whisk and serve matcha in the traditional Japanese tea ceremony.
Its open, rounded form allows the chasen (bamboo whisk) to create a smooth layer of foam while offering balance, precision, and comfort during each ritual.

Which matcha bowl size works best for tea ceremony?

For proper whisking and stability, a bowl around 12–13 cm is ideal.
This size allows the whisk to move freely, provides good airflow, and offers a secure, comfortable grip for both formal tea practice and everyday use.

Why choose an artisan-made matcha bowl?

An handmade matcha bowl carries the character of the artisan’s touch. Variations in glaze, weight, and texture make each piece unique.
Unlike mass-produced items, every bowl has its own presence, crafted with intention and attention to detail.

Can I prepare matcha latte in a matcha bowl?

Yes.
A matcha bowl is excellent for Koicha, Usucha, and matcha lattes.
The open shape makes whisking effortless and helps blend milk smoothly.
For the best flavor, warm the bowl beforehand and avoid using extremely hot milk.

Are all Somori Matcha Bowls truly one of a kind?

Yes.
Each Somori bowl is shaped and glazed individually at Nunobiki Kiln.
The aurora-like colors form differently every time, creating a personal landscape on each bowl.
No two pieces ever look the same.

Is the Somori matcha bowl safe for food and daily use?

Yes. The Tenpu bowl is handcrafted in Japan at the Nunobiki family kiln and finished with food-safe glazes.
Each piece is unique and may vary slightly from the photos. New bowls can be crafted upon request.

What is the correct way to care for a matcha bowl?

Rinse by hand, dry with a soft cloth, and avoid oven, microwave, or dishwasher use.
Don’t leave liquids inside for long periods.
With simple care, the glaze will age beautifully over time.

Is the Somori bowl genuinely made in Japan?

Yes. Every bowl is handcrafted in Japan at the Nunobiki family kiln.
Each step, from shaping the clay to finishing the glaze, is done by hand using traditional techniques.

A bottom view of a Matcha bowl on a gradient background. Tsukushi

Ceramic Matcha bowl with green tea and bamboo whisk on a wooden surface | Tsukushi

Featured Focus

Somori: The Forest Lit by Aurora

The name Somori (蒼森) unites two evocative kanji.

蒼 (Sō) refers to deep blue-green tones, the kind found in twilight skies and shifting auroras.
森 (mori) means forest, symbolizing stillness, grounding, and the quiet presence of nature.

Together, they describe a landscape of color and calm, captured in the flowing glaze of the Somori Matcha Bowl.

Its soft transitions of green and copper echo the glow of light above a treeline, reflecting the wabi sabi appreciation for gentle movement and natural imperfection.
Each handmade matcha bowl becomes a small horizon shaped by fire, offering a moment of serenity every time it is held.

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