Yuzamashi – Tokoname Water Cooling Bowl - Inkshade / 常滑 湯冷し K8-1028 recognised as a Japanese folk

recognised as a Japanese folk art(民藝)

Wakasama Kiln(わかさま陶芸) embodies the timeless art of Mashiko pottery (益子焼)

■ Size: 8 cm diameter top x 9

■ Excluding string

At the heart of Amano Shikki's collection lies the art of aogai-nuri(青貝塗)

Yuzamashi – Tokoname Water Cooling Bowl - Inkshade / 常滑 湯冷し K8-1028 recognised as a Japanese folkIn the quiet rhythm of Japanese tea preparation, the yuzamashi plays a subtle but essential role. Made by skilled artisans in Tokoname one of Japans Six Ancient Kilns these water cooling bowls are designed to adjust boiling water to the ideal temperature before it touches delicate tea leaves. Whether preparing sencha, gyokuro, or other high grade green teas, pouring hot water into a yuzamashi allows it to cool slightly, helping release the sweetness