This Matcha bowl features three carefully layered glazes, creating a refined flow and subtle contrast. The strong base layer blends naturally with soft, milky upper layers, forming gentle gradations of color. The movement of the glaze is precisely calculated, controlled through kiln temperature, placement, and thickness. Each piece is unique, with no two patterns ever the same.

Along the flowing edge of the glaze, a soft opalescent glow emerges, reminiscent of the gentle mist of early morning. This subtle, luminous color, known as ASAGIRI, adds depth and a quiet sense of mystery to the bowl, like a veil of morning haze drifting across the landscape.

This Starter Set includes a Matcha Bowl (Matcha Chawan), Bamboo Whisk (Chasen) with 80 bristles, Whisk Keeper (Kusenaoshi), and Matcha Spoon (Chashaku). We chose YU RYU SAI Matcha bowl - ASAGIRI handcrafted Matcha Bowl for this Starter Set. It is the standard Matcha bowl size, so that it is also perfect for beginners. The Bamboo Whisk has 80 bristles, and therefore can make a very nice lather. Whisk Keeper helps the Bamboo Whisk last longer.

We recommend that you get the bamboo whisk wet just before you use it. The bamboo whisk is susceptible to dry conditions.

If you would like to add other important tea ware, we suggest our Matcha Sifter or Hand Sifter. It is useful though not essential. Sifting Matcha before preparation is an important step to avoid lumps and create a rich flavor.

With this set, you have everything essential to correctly prepare Matcha, so you can enjoy an authentic and flavorful bowl of Matcha!