Shunuri means red lacquered – a name reminiscent of the lustrous depth of Japanese lacquer art. The red exterior appears powerful and serene at the same time, while the grey interior forms a quiet counterpoint. This creates a chawan that doesn't need to be loud to show presence.
This effect is particularly evident in the glaze of the matcha bowl. The deep red appears vibrant and slightly irregular, with dark speckles and fine gradations that evoke the layers and sheen of traditional lacquerware. The color intensifies at the rim, while the interior recedes into a muted grey – like a quiet space within an artistic object.
The slightly irregular shape emphasizes the handmade character of this chawan. As you hold and turn it, new nuances constantly emerge between red, dark accents, and tranquil grey surfaces. Chawan Shunuri brings a touch of Japanese craftsmanship aesthetics to the matcha ritual – clear, dignified, and yet warm.
Technical Details
Height approx. 7.5 cm
Inner diameter approx. 10 cm
Weight approx. 330 g
Volume approx. 530 ml
Note on Uniqueness
Each Chawan Shunuri is handmade and a unique piece. Small deviations in shape, weight, glaze pattern, color tone, and surface are an expression of traditional craftsmanship and make each matcha bowl unique.
Shunuri means red lacquered – a name reminiscent of the lustrous depth of Japanese lacquer art. The red exterior appears powerful and serene at the same time, while the grey interior forms a quiet counterpoint. This creates a chawan that doesn't need to be loud to show presence.
This effect is particularly evident in the glaze of the matcha bowl. The deep red appears vibrant and slightly irregular, with dark speckles and fine gradations that evoke the layers and sheen of traditional lacquerware. The color intensifies at the rim, while the interior recedes into a muted grey – like a quiet space within an artistic object.
The slightly irregular shape emphasizes the handmade character of this chawan. As you hold and turn it, new nuances constantly emerge between red, dark accents, and tranquil grey surfaces. Chawan Shunuri brings a touch of Japanese craftsmanship aesthetics to the matcha ritual – clear, dignified, and yet warm.
Technical Details
Height approx. 7.5 cm
Inner diameter approx. 10 cm
Weight approx. 330 g
Volume approx. 530 ml
Note on Uniqueness
Each Chawan Shunuri is handmade and a unique piece. Small deviations in shape, weight, glaze pattern, color tone, and surface are an expression of traditional craftsmanship and make each matcha bowl unique.
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