- Type
- Shino
- Details
- A vessel for drinking matcha. Beautifully vivid fire color. A classic Shino Chawan with the distinctive texture of rare Mogusa clay and a milky white surface that feels comfortable in the hand.
- Materials
- Mogusa clay (rare clay)
- Size
- φ140mm
- Height
- 90 mm
- Weight
- 490g
- Texture
- The fiery red areas have a warm, tactile feel that highlights the distinct texture of the rare Mogusa clay. The milky white areas are smooth to the touch, feeling as if they gently adhere to your hand.
Features of this piece
Deep fire-red covers the whole bowl. A single stream of milky white runs down from the rim, and even within that white, red rises from beneath. It is the moment at dusk when sky and cloud turn a single colour.
Turn the bowl and the broad white face gives way to a face of nothing but red — the western sky, and the sky behind you. The same sunset, glowing differently depending on where you look.
Inside, red reaches all the way to the bottom, edged only by a thin line of white at the rim. The mouth is wide, the walls low. Whisk your matcha here and you are holding the evening sky in your hands.
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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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