– Made by Tofusha (東風舎), a Kasama-yaki kiln known for expressive, contemporary tableware forms – Bold “patchwork” surface: purple, iron-black, reddish-brown and speckled ivory panels divided by flowing seams – Olive-grey interior glaze and a gently irregular rim for an easy, hand-friendly tea experience (Ø110 mm × H85 mm) Summary: This Kasama-yaki chawan by Tofusha is a contemporary tea bowl that feels both graphic and deeply tactile. The exterior is composed like an abstract landscape: curved, mosaic-like colour fields in plum purple, iron black, reddish brown and speckled ivory, edged by fine dividing lines and an occasional warm ochre accent. Inside, the bowl shifts mood entirely—quiet olive-grey glaze with a soft sheen—inviting use rather than mere display. Its subtly undulating rim and compact, well-balanced size make it an excellent everyday tea bowl, while the surface design gives it real shelf presence for collectors of modern Japanese ceramics. There are tea bowls that whisper, and tea bowls that speak in colour. This one does both. Across the outside, the glaze breaks into confident, flowing panels—like pieces of coloured paper set into a single composition—yet the overall effect remains calm, never loud. It is contemporary Japanese design at its best: bold choices, handled with restraint. Image 2 The form is reassuringly traditional in the hand. The bowl sits low and stable on a small, neatly trimmed foot, while the rim carries a gentle irregularity—subtle enough to feel natural, but present enough to make every sip feel intentional. At Ø110 mm with an 85 mm height, it’s a versatile “personal” chawan size: comfortable for matcha, equally convincing for sencha moments, or even as a small serving bowl. Image 3 What defines the piece is the surface language. The colour blocks—purple, iron-black, reddish-brown, and a creamy speckled white—are separated by fine lines that read like seams, giving the bowl a patchwork or stained-glass rhythm. The speckling adds depth: it softens the geometry and brings a natural, kiln-born character to the design, so the bowl never feels flat or overly “designed”. Image 1 The interior provides the quiet counterpoint. A smooth olive-grey glaze pools gently toward the base, making the bowl feel calm and usable—exactly what you want for tea, where the inside of the vessel is the stage. From above, the darker rim frames the interior like a horizon line, keeping the palette sophisticated and grounded. Image 4 Kasama is one of Japan’s most dynamic ceramic regions: historically rooted, yet notably open to experimentation. This bowl reflects that spirit. The shape honours the chawan tradition, while the surface treats the bowl as a contemporary canvas—abstract, seasonal in colour, and highly collectible without losing practicality. In a modern European interior, this piece works beautifully in two lives. Use it daily—its proportions and glaze feel made for hands and tea. Or display it with other studio ceramics—the patchwork palette reads especially well against pale wood, linen, and stone, and the speckled texture catches side light in a way photos can’t fully capture. If you like objects that reward both use and looking, this is exactly that sort of chawan. Shipping & Handling We ship worldwide via DHL or EMS with full insurance and tracking. Professional packing ensures safe arrival; combined shipping available for multiple wins. Local customs duties are the buyer’s responsibility. Seller Guarantee We specialise in authentic Japanese ceramics and guarantee this piece’s authenticity. Questions welcome – we reply within 24 hours.