A Hagi ware matcha bowl by Senryuzan with a soft sky blue glaze, fine white speckles across the surface, a warm grey clay rim, and a small raised foot, photographed from the side against a white background.

A Hagi ware matcha bowl by Senryuzan photographed from above, showing the full interior in soft sky blue glaze with white mineral speckles and a warm grey textured rim.

Hagi Ware Matcha Bowl Blue Hagi Glaze

Name: Hagi Ware Matcha Bowl Blue Hagi Glaze
Brand: Senryuzan
SKU: srz010010103
Price: 209.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$209.00

Blue is not a color commonly associated with Hagi ware, and that is precisely what makes this chawan by Senryuzan worth pausing over. The glaze covers both the interior and exterior in a soft, open sky blue that pools with a quiet luminosity at the base of the bowl, while fine white speckles drift across the surface like mineral sediment suspended in still water. At the rim, the glaze recedes to reveal the underlying clay in a band of warm grey, a transition that frames the blue with unexpected restraint. The interior, visible in full from above, carries the same glaze with an evenness that would make this bowl particularly considered for use in a formal tea setting. Senryuzan works within the Hagi tradition of Yamaguchi Prefecture, a lineage with over 400 years of continuous practice, and this piece demonstrates that tradition is not a constraint but a foundation from which something genuinely distinctive can still emerge.

Details

Size: Approx. W 5.1in x L 5.1in x H 3.5in / W 13cm x L 13cm x H 9cm
Material: Ceramic

Please note that as handcrafted pieces, slight variations in size an appearance may occur. Colors and patterns may vary from piece to piece depending on the temperature and location of the kiln during production.

Care & Use

Do not soak the ceramics for extended periods as this may weaken the material.
Do not expose the ceramics to sudden temperature changes to prevent cracking.
Hand Wash Only.
Use Mild Detergent when needed. Clean with a soft sponge and mild detergent. Avoid abrasive cleaners that can scratch the surface.
Do not use in the microwave.
Ensure the item is completely dry before storing to prevent mold or mildew.
Regularly check for cracks or chips before use.
Handle ceramics with care to avoid accidental drops or impacts.

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Hagi Ware Matcha Bowl Blue Hagi Glaze

$209.00

Meet the Artisan

Senryuzan

Senryuzan was founded in 1826 in Hagi, Yamaguchi Prefecture, during the late Edo period, making it one of the older continuously operating kilns in the city. The kiln belongs to the Yoshika family, whose lineage at Senryuzan spans multiple generations. A pivotal figure in the kiln's modern identity was Yoshika Taibi, who trained at the Tokyo College of Arts and brought a considered artistic sensibility to the craft, earning national recognition for work that bridged the disciplined traditions of Hagi ware with the vision of a trained ceramic artist. His pieces, ranging from everyday vessels to Ido-style tea bowls, drew both collectors and connoisseurs.

Today, Senryuzan continues to fire using a traditional wood-burning climbing kiln with multiple chambers built on a hillside, a method that produces results as unpredictable as they are irreplaceable. Each firing carries the risk of loss and the possibility of something extraordinary. The kiln also houses a dedicated museum where historically significant pieces are preserved alongside the living practice of the workshop, and welcomes visitors to experience the craft firsthand through hands-on pottery sessions. In honoring both the heritage of Hagi ware and the pursuit of its finest expression, Senryuzan remains one of the most respected names in a city whose identity is inseparable from its clay.