Description This gorgeous matcha Japanese tea bowl with wave riding rabbits is an authentic traditional Japanese craft that is used for tea ceremonies. The green of matcha tea looks beautiful against the blue of the tea bowl and this hand-crafted and hand-painted bowl feels warm and light in your hand. In Japan, this matcha Japanese tea bowl wave riding rabbits may only come out once every twelve years when it is the year of rabbit. Or you could be born in the year of rabbit. I was not one but I use this tea bowl every year. How? You may ask. I whisk my green tea in this matcha Japanese tea bowl at Easter time, with a few hot cross buns on its side from my favourite local bakery. Add a Prestigeous Raku Ware to Your Tea Bowl Collection If you are a collector of Japanese matcha tea bowls like me, you may also like another gorgeous Raku Ware from Kyoto, featuring wisteria. These tea bowls will make very special gifts for anyone that appreciates unique and hand crafted products. Features Fun and playful wave riding bunnies are featured. This type of ceramics is called Rakuyaki (楽焼 Raku Ware) and it is prestigious and highly regarded in ceramics. Comes in a signed wooden box, wrapped in an orange protective cloth. Specifications Diameter: 12cm Height: 8.5cm Recommended Time to Use: Year of the rabbit / Easter Not dishwasher/microwave safe Raku ware made in Kyoto, Japan Care Instructions – We recommned that you soak the bowl in water or warm water before using it for the first time. This is to prevent the bowl from staining, cracking and damages. – This bowl is made from natural materials which makes it breathable and water absorbent. To prevent mold, please dry throughly after use before putting it away. – Please avoid exposing the bowl to highly acidic materials such as lemon and vinegar for long periods of time as this may cause discolouring. – Do not expose to extremely high temprature or avoid rapid temprature changes.
