This handmade Katakuchi (\u7247\u53e3) bowl was fired in an Anagama wood kiln. The traditional Japanese Katakuchi form is defined by a small pouring lip on one side of the rim, allowing liquids to be poured cleanly and precisely. Its rounded body, open mouth and gently elevated foot create a balanced silhouette that is both functional and elegant.<\/p>\n
The word Katakuchi literally means \u201cone-sided opening\u201d or \u201csingle spout.\u201d In Japan, this form has long been used as a versatile pouring bowl for many purposes: serving tea, sake, sauces, broths or small dishes, and also as a vessel for preparing matcha, where the tea can be whisked and then poured neatly into cups.<\/p>\n
This particular Katakuchi features a calm, natural surface with transitions between warm clay brown, sandy beige, creamy ash-glazed tones and deeper smoky areas. One side appears darker and more concentrated, while the other carries a lighter veil of ash glaze. These variations were formed naturally during firing, as flame, wood ash and kiln atmosphere interacted differently across the vessel.<\/p>\n
Visible wheel-thrown lines emphasize the handmade character of the piece, while the restrained, organic form reflects a wabi-sabi sensibility\u2014an appreciation of simplicity, naturalness and the unrepeatable marks left by process and material.<\/p>\n
With its open shape and practical pouring lip, this bowl works beautifully as both a functional everyday object and a refined serving piece. It is suitable for preparing matcha, pouring sauces or broths, serving small portions, or simply displaying as a quiet ceramic accent.<\/p>\n
Height:<\/strong> 9 cm Form:<\/strong> Katakuchi Anagama Katakuchi \u2013 a traditional Japanese pouring bowl with a small spout for clean, controlled serving. Ideal for matcha preparation, sauces, broths or small portions. Its warm brown and creamy ash-glazed surface developed naturally during the wood firing process.<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":266,"template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[23],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-130","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_cat-anagama-indai","first","instock","sold-individually","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"yoast_head":"\n
\nDiameter<\/strong> 14 cm<\/p>\n
\nUse:<\/strong> matcha preparation, sake, sauces, broths or small servings
\nFiring:<\/strong> Anagama wood firing
\nArtist \u2013 Beatri\u010d\u0117 Kelerien\u0117<\/strong><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"