Tokusa Pattern Donburi Bowl
Tokusa Pattern Donburi Bowl
Tokusa Pattern Donburi Bowl
Tokusa Pattern Donburi Bowl
Tokusa Pattern Donburi Bowl
Tokusa Pattern Donburi Bowl
Tokusa Pattern Donburi Bowl
Tokusa Pattern Donburi Bowl

Tokusa Pattern Donburi Bowl

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Elevate your dining experience with the exquisite, handcrafted historic Tajimi ceramic Tokusa Pattern Donburi Bowl. Deeply rooted in Japanese food culture, the classic "Tokusa" motif is renowned for its distinctive white and indigo stripes. This timeless design, with its simple yet sophisticated color palette, effortlessly complements any Japanese meal, bringing an air of refined elegance to your table.

The Ideal Donburi Bowl for Authentic Japanese Cuisine

Perfectly sized and proportioned, this donburi bowl is designed for iconic Japanese dishes such as Katsu-don, Ten-don, and Oyakodon. It beautifully showcases your rice and ingredients, transforming everyday meals into an authentic Japanese dining experience. Discover the joy of enhanced daily dining with this truly special piece.

historic Tajimi ceramic: A Legacy of History and Artistry

This exceptional piece is crafted from historic Tajimi ceramic (traditional Tajimi pottery), a ceramic tradition that accounts for over half of Japan's pottery production. Originating in the Momoyama period, historic Tajimi ceramic has been meticulously produced primarily in Toki City, Gifu Prefecture. It gained widespread acclaim among tea masters who cherished the aesthetics of Wabi-sabi, rising to prominence alongside the flourishing Japanese tea ceremony.

historic Tajimi ceramic is celebrated for its distinctive glazes and styles, including the delicate pale yellow of Kise-Seto, the lustrous black of Seto-Guro, the creamy white of Shino, and the captivating green patterns of Oribe. These rich traditions are meticulously preserved today, with each bowl carefully handcrafted by skilled artisans, ensuring a piece of history in every creation.

Important Notes for Your Purchase

  • As each ceramic piece is handcrafted, slight variations in color, texture, and finish may occur. These unique characteristics are a testament to their artisanal quality and should be cherished as part of their individual charm.
  • Please note that the actual product color may vary slightly from what appears on your monitor, depending on screen settings and lighting conditions.

The Legacy of Tajimi: A Golden Age of Ceramics

This piece originates from the historic kilns of the Tajimi region, an area whose very foundations are built on millennia of pottery making. During the turbulent Azuchi-Momoyama period (late 16th century), master potters fleeing war found sanctuary here. Supported by powerful warlords like Oda Nobunaga and visionary tea masters, they abandoned perfect symmetry to embrace the dramatic, irregular beauty of nature. To hold this vessel is to touch a 400-year-old story of political intrigue, artistic rebellion, and the relentless pursuit of the perfect tea ceremony.

Quantity 1
Size D 18.7 cm (7.4 in) x H 8.6 cm (3.4 in)
Material ceramic
Weight 610 g (1.3 lbs)
Microwave
  • Microwave safe
Dishwasher
  • Dishwasher safe