- Type
- Shino
- Details
- A vessel for drinking matcha. A unique piece combining Shino and iron glaze, with a beautifully vivid fire color. The addition of the black, shining iron glaze gives the Shino tea bowl overwhelming beauty and distinctive elegance.
- Materials
- Mogusa clay (rare clay)
- Size
- φ140mm
- Height
- 123 mm
- Weight
- About 500g
- Texture
- The milky white part has a warm and cozy feel that sticks to your hand. The black iron part feels cool and slightly rough to the touch.
Features of this piece
Across a silver-grey sky at the edge of dusk, a passing rain runs on the diagonal. Over the blue-tinged Shino glaze, streaks of fire-red are swept in the same direction, one after another — like the instant when the falling rain catches the sunset and takes its colour.
On the shoulder, in one place, a jet-black iron glaze sits like the approaching night. Look closely and within that black are fine specks of silver, like stars come out a little early.
Inside, the interior is a silver-grey as if washed by rain, and around its edge black and fire-red take turns. A large bowl with a tall rise: held in both hands, it is like holding the darkening sky itself. The foot is left as the coarse skin of the Mogusa clay.
Expected to ship within 10 business days from the date of order
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Shino
The moment of change
Shino is an elusive vessel that was created for only a brief period in the tea world over 450 years ago. It was fired in large kilns and anagama kilns from the late 16th century to the early 17th century. The charm of Shino lies in its characteristic appearance of a snow-white surface, created by using feldspar, with a subtle, warm fire color visible within it. Bringing out this beautiful color is extremely difficult due to the need for strong reduction firing, where the kiln temperature does not easily rise, necessitating constant temperature adjustments day and night. The kiln firing lasts for more than seven days, conducted under extremely harsh conditions, requiring careful attention. The outcome varies significantly with the seasons and climate, demanding a level of delicacy that allows for no moment of inattention. The color of Shino leaves an impression like "the soil seen after the snow melts" or "a beautiful sunset formed by clouds and the setting sun." Capturing and expressing the fleeting natural beauty without any preconceived ideas or intentions, Shino continues to captivate people's hearts, both now and in the past.
Rest for the heart Shino
In today's busy world, it's often difficult to find time to relax. It's important to pause and take time for yourself amidst the hectic daily routine. Why not create moments to enjoy tea or a meal? Shino ware is made from natural clay, and because of its coarse particles, it is said that the "vessel breathes." This is why the entire vessel feels so alive. Its warm touch and gentle feel when it touches your lips provide comfort and help to relieve daily stress. Each piece is carefully crafted with heart by the ceramic artist Kato Takaya to enrich your heart even a little. Enjoy a moment of relaxation and forget the busyness of modern life with Shino ware.
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Care
Please wash by hand using a soft sponge or cloth when cleaning. Please refrain from using abrasive sponges for cleaning.
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