A Japanese ceramic matcha bowl adorned with Red Fuji and cherry blossoms against a black background. Tsukushi.

A Japanese ceramic matcha bowl depicting Red Fuji set against a dark background with wooden box.Tsukushi

A Japanese ceramic matcha bowl depicting Mt.Fuji set against a dark background, Tsukushi

A Japanese ceramic matcha bowl adorned with Red Fuji a brown surface, set against a black background. Tsukushi.

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A Japanese ceramic matcha bowl adorned with cherry blossoms on a brown surface, set against a black background. Tsukushi.

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A top view of a Japanese ceramic matcha bowl adorned with Red Fuji on a brown surface, set against a black background. Tsukushi.

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Nunobiki

Tenpu Matcha Bowl

Name: Tenpu | Matcha Bowl
Brand: Nunobiki
SKU: NU-CHA-02
Price: 646.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$646.00

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: Red, gold, grey, and ash tones
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.

The Tenpu Matcha Bowl is a handcrafted piece of Japanese pottery created by artisan Taro Kojima. Its design features a striking view of Mt. Fuji (富士山) emerging from the glaze, with gentle layers of gold, crimson, and ash grey that recall the soft light of dawn over the mountain.

The slightly uneven rim and natural surface texture reflect the wabi sabi spirit, giving each matcha bowl a unique character shaped by the maker’s hand.

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Handcrafted by Taro Kojima
Each Tenpu matcha bowl is shaped, trimmed, fired, and decorated entirely by hand at the Nunobiki kiln.
No molds or automation are used.
Every piece reflects the natural rhythm and precision of the artisan, giving the bowl a timeless presence rooted in traditional Japanese pottery.
Mt. Fuji in Glaze
The decoration features Mt. Fuji, a symbol of balance and strength in Japanese culture.
Layers of glaze in red, gold, and grey capture the changing light of dawn across the mountain.
The result is a matcha bowl that feels warm, expressive, and deeply connected to Japan’s natural landscape.
Cultural Resonance
In Japanese tea culture, the matcha bowl (matcha chawan 抹茶碗) is the central vessel of the ceremony.
It represents mindfulness, intention, and respect for craft.
The Tenpu bowl brings these values into modern tea rituals, making each preparation of matcha feel more meaningful.

Care Guide

About Your Japanese Matcha Bowl
Each Tenpu matcha bowl is a handcrafted masterpiece, shaped by hand and adorned with exquisite, artisanal detailing.
How to Care for Your Matcha Bowl
Handle it gently, keeping it away from extreme temperatures and moisture.
This is not a mass-produced object, but a collectible expression of Japanese craftsmanship, meant to be cherished and used with mindfulness.
Cleaning Recommendations
Please avoid using your handcrafted matcha bowl in the oven, microwave, or dishwasher.
After each use, rinse gently with warm water and mild soap, then dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.
Do not leave liquids inside for long periods, as the natural pottery glaze may gradually absorb moisture.
With mindful care, your Tenpu Matcha bowl will mature beautifully, deepening in tone and character as it accompanies your daily tea ritual.

A Japanese ceramic matcha bowl designed with Mt. Red Fuji against a black background. Tsukushi

Made Once, Remembered Forever

A Work of Art for Those Who Truly See

For those who value the essence of Japanese craftsmanship and quiet luxury, the Tenpu matcha bowl is more than tableware, it is a piece to cherish.

Each bowl is hand-shaped by Taro Kojima, an artisan whose creations are never identical, each one carrying the subtle marks of his hands and heart.
Owning a Tenpu matcha bowl is to embrace more than form; it is to honor time, patience, and the devotion that define true craftsmanship.

Made for those who find beauty in small details, it invites you to pause, to hold intention in your hands, and to rediscover grace within imperfection.

A close-up of a Japanese ceramic matcha bowl adorned with Mt.Red Fuji against a black background. Tsukushi

Quiet. Purposeful. Rare.

When Craft Becomes Quiet Luxury

The Tenpu matcha bowl transforms daily tea into a mindful ritual, where function and beauty merge in perfect balance.
Each brushstroke of color and curve in clay reflects the artisan’s rhythm, patience, and the slow mastery of Japanese pottery.

This is quiet luxury, not loud or ostentatious, but serene and deeply felt, revealing itself through touch, weight, and form.

In a world of constant motion, Tenpu invites you to return to essentials: warmth, texture, and presence.
It is a reminder that refinement lies not in excess, but in awareness, where every sip becomes an act of stillness and appreciation.

Where it's Made

Nunobiki Kiln and the Art of Fire

The Tenpu matcha bowl is handcrafted at Nunobiki, a traditional kiln nestled near Lake Biwa in Shiga Prefecture.
Here, Taro Kojima and his family transform raw earth into living art through a slow, intentional process rooted in Japanese tradition.

Every step reflects the philosophy of monozukuri, the art of creation that reveals itself not through excess, but through patience, balance, and the mark of human touch.

Each bowl is shaped and painted individually, a dialogue between clay, flame, and craftsman that results in an object meant to be both admired and lived with.

Behind the craft

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A Japanese ceramic matcha bowl with Mt. Red Fuji sits next to a wooden box with calligraphy. Tsukushi

Cultural Notes

The Mt. Fuji Motif in Japanese Pottery

Mt. Fuji (富士山) has long represented Japan’s sense of beauty, balance, and quiet spiritual presence.
In Japanese pottery, it reflects aspiration, endurance, and the wabi sabi idea that time and imperfection can shape true grace.

Within the Tenpu matcha bowl, Mt. Fuji is more than a decorative motif. It becomes part of the form itself, a union of earth and sky expressed through glaze and texture.

Soft contours and shifting tones recall the calm light of dawn over the mountain.
This is an example of quiet luxury shaped through wabi sabi, where beauty emerges from harmony, subtlety, and the unmistakable touch of human craftsmanship.

Making of Japanese pottery (landscape). Tsukushi

The Tenpu matcha bowl reimagines Mt. Fuji in glaze and color; a symbol of Japan’s enduring beauty shaped by hand, where fire and earth meet in harmony.

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Matcha Bowl FAQs

What is a matchawan?

A matcha bowl (抹茶碗, matchawan) is a traditional vessel used to whisk and drink matcha.
Its wide, open form allows the chasen to create smooth foam and represents the balance of function and aesthetics in Japanese tea culture.

What Matcha Bowl size is best for tea ceremony?

For tea ceremony use, a matcha bowl around 12 to 13 cm in diameter is ideal.
This size allows balanced whisking, good airflow for foam, and a comfortable grip with both hands.

What makes an artisan matcha bowl special?

An artisan matcha bowl is handcrafted in small batches, with careful attention to form, glaze, balance and touch.
Each piece reflects the maker’s hand, offering character and depth that mass-produced items cannot replicate.

Can I use a matcha bowl for matcha latte?

Yes. A matcha bowl works well for Koicha, Usucha, and matcha lattes.
Its wide shape makes whisking and pouring easy.
Warm the bowl first, use a bamboo chasen, and avoid very hot milk to preserve the tea’s aroma.

Is each Tenpu matcha bowl unique?

Yes. Each Tenpu bowl is individually crafted at Nunobiki Kiln.
The Mt. Fuji pattern forms differently on every piece, so no two bowls are alike.
Each one becomes a personal expression of Japanese craftsmanship.

Is the Tenpu Matcha bowl food-safe?

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.

How do I care for my matcha bowl?

Wash gently by hand, dry well, and avoid oven, microwave or dishwasher use.
Do not leave liquids in the bowl for long periods.
Store it in a dry place and use a soft bamboo whisk to protect the glaze surface.

Is the Tenpu matcha bowl made in Japan?

Yes. The Tenpu Matcha Bowl is 100 % made in Japan, handcrafted at the Nunobiki family kiln in Shiga Prefecture. See more about Nubobiki here

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Japanese Matcha bowl with green tea and whisk on a wooden surface. Tsukushi

Featured Focus

Tenpu: The Mountain Within the Sky

The name Tenpu (天富) unites two kanji: 天 (ten), meaning sky or heaven, and 富 (pu), meaning abundance or prosperity.
Together they suggest the grace of something vast and quietly powerful, a reflection of Mt. Fuji (富士山) itself.

In glaze and form, the bowl echoes Fuji’s contours: a summit emerging from mist and light.
Tenpu matcha bowl captures that meeting of earth and sky, inviting you to savor tranquility in every pour.

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