Japanese Matcha Bowl - Samurai Helmet Kabuto Kyo-yaki Chawan - 450ml

This Kyo-yaki chawan (matcha bowl) is decorated with a kabuto (兜), helmet worn by a samurai, a common motif for Kodomo no Hi (子供の日 - Children's Day/Boys' Day) in Japan. The interior is decorated with a single ayame (アヤメ): an iris, a flower often associated with May which is when Kodomo no Hi is observed.

Kyo-yaki (京焼) is a type of Japanese pottery that traditionally comes from Kyoto, Japan. The pottery traditions of Kyoto date back to the 5th century and are varied in their styles.

Dimensions:

12.2cm (4.8in) - width
7.6cm (3in) - height
450ml - capacity

Condition: Very good

This vintage Japanese item ships from Thailand.