Kato Iwao Porcelain Kyo-ware Chawan mashiko chawan one that allows volume production

one that allows volume production whilst maintaining original handcrafting techniques

They were also used as seed containers

and only last one to two weeks

It is handmade using vintage fabric and features monpe pants with a matching noragi jacket

Susutake tea utensils undergo a long curing process

Kato Iwao Porcelain Kyo-ware Chawan mashiko chawan one that allows volume production*SHIPPING OPTIONS VARY DEPENDING ON THE DESTINATION, PLEASE SCROLL TO THE END OF THIS LISTING FOR MORE DETAILS. This listing is for a splendid Kyo ware chawan made around 30 40 years ago by Kato Iwao. It is wheel thrown and the flat hira type used during the summer season. Hira chawan are shallow bowls with low sides designed to cool tea down faster. The interior of the bowl in this listing is decorated with a leaf imprint painted with cobalt blue