Matcha Bowl – Red & White Plum Blossoms (Kōhakubai) by Shōkōken

A quiet celebration of renewal.

Graceful lines, drawn with effortless mastery.

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Experience the elegance of simplicity in motion.
Even your everyday tea ritual becomes noticeably brighter and more uplifting.

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Key Benefits

Refined Brushwork
The branches are painted with a natural, flowing rhythm — revealing the confidence and restraint of an experienced hand.

Auspicious Plum Motif

• Red and white plum blossoms symbolize renewal and good fortune
• Upward-reaching branches express vitality and growth
• A timeless motif often associated with auspicious beginnings

Balanced Color Composition

• Yellow accents within the blossoms
• Subtle green tones along the branches
• Enhances and sharpens the harmony of red and white

The result is a composition that feels both lively and composed.

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Functional Design

Crafted for both aesthetic beauty and everyday usability.

• Rounded form for smooth matcha whisking
• Comfortable size for natural grip
• Clean interior to highlight the color of tea

The vivid green of matcha pairs beautifully with the red and white blossoms.

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Heritage / Story

Traditionally, this style of plum blossom design is often painted on darker, earthy glazes.
This piece takes a different approach — placing the motif on a pure white background, creating clarity and contrast.

The artist, Shōkōken (雅号 of Yamanaka Gatō), expresses mastery through restraint — avoiding gold decoration entirely, allowing line and color alone to carry the work.

Even on the reverse side, a single plum blossom is painted with care, reflecting a commitment to completeness and detail.

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Lifestyle Value

This is more than a matcha bowl — it is a symbol of renewal.

A fresh start to your day.
A quiet reminder of growth and balance.
A piece that brings both calm and vitality into your space.

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Compatibility / Usage

Compatible with:

Matcha (traditional or casual use)
Seasonal tea settings (especially spring)
Display as a decorative piece

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Specifications

Diameter: Approx. 12.5 cm
Height: Approx. 8.0 cm
Material: Ceramic (overglaze enamel decoration)
Artist: Shōkōken
Packaging: Paper box
Made in Japan

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Shipping

This item is shipped from Japan via EMS (Express Mail Service), a fast and secure international shipping service with tracking and insurance.

Processing Time: 3–7 business days
Estimated Delivery: Delivery times may vary depending on the destination country, region, customs procedures, and local delivery conditions.

Business days are Monday through Friday, excluding Japanese national holidays.

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Returns

Returns are accepted only for items with manufacturing defects.

Please contact us within 7 days of delivery.

Due to the handcrafted nature of the product, slight variations are not considered defects.

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Important Notice

Please note that all items are sourced after your order is placed.

As a result, items may occasionally be out of stock at the time of purchase.

In such cases, we will promptly notify you and issue a full refund.