Aka Raku Matcha Bowl - Handcrafted in Kyoto (赤楽茶碗)
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Raku Tea Bowl
A Raku chawan is a traditional Japanese tea bowl crafted specifically for the tea ceremony.
Unlike wheel-thrown pottery, each piece is hand-molded using only the artist’s hands and simple tools — resulting in a warm, organic form that fits naturally in the hand.
From the deep black of kuro-raku to the earthy softness of aka-raku, each bowl has a distinct character.
No two are exactly alike — every piece is one of a kind.
A Legacy Rooted in Tea and Tradition
The Raku chawan traces its origins to 16th-century Japan, when legendary tea master Sen no Rikyū commissioned the first bowls from artisan Chōjirō.
Since then, the Raku family has passed down this tradition for over 450 years.
Each bowl carries the spirit of wabi-sabi and invites a quiet depth to your daily matcha ritual.
Red Raku
Aka-raku is known for its soft, earthy tones and warm, rounded form.
Made with red or white clay and hand-molded without a wheel, each bowl has a gentle texture and a calming presence.
Favored by historical tea masters, aka-raku brings a sense of warmth to the matcha ritual.