Sabiyohen Matcha Bowl

There’s a quiet restraint to this bowl - Sabiyohen 銹窯変 is not applied, but formed in the kiln. During firing, the surface develops naturally, a meeting of iron-rich tones that settle into deep blacks and warm, rusted reds. No two emerge the same. It’s a finish shaped by heat, timing, and the sensitivity of the maker.

What’s less obvious, but just as important, is its weight. The bowl is remarkably thin. Achieving this requires a high level of control from the artisan. Too thin, and it warps or collapses in the kiln. Too thick, and it loses that quiet balance. It’s this precision built through years of practice that allows the form to feel effortless.

Detail
Size: Ø 10 x H 7 cm

Care Instructions
Not dishwasher or microwave safe