IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ BEFORE BIDDING To ensure a smooth and secure transaction, please review the following information carefully. ● Import Taxes and Customs Duties All customs duties, import taxes, and customs clearance fees are the buyer’s responsibility. Since July 2026, the EU has introduced an additional customs duty of €3 per product category (tariff classification) for goods valued at €150 or less. ● Double VAT Charges and Refunds Items are shipped via Japan Post EMS under DAP terms, without an IOSS number. Even if VAT has already been paid through Catawiki, buyers may be charged VAT again upon import. If VAT is charged twice, buyers can request a refund of the duplicated VAT by submitting proof of payment to Catawiki Customer Support. Please note that customs duties and clearance fees are not refundable through this procedure. ■ Shipping and Packaging All items are shipped via Japan Post EMS (with insurance coverage). If EMS is unavailable, an alternative shipping method will be discussed. All items are carefully packed to withstand international transportation. □ Tax Identification Number Some countries require a tax identification number for customs clearance. If necessary, buyers will be asked to provide this information after purchase. ◆ Damage and Shipping Issues If an item arrives damaged, please contact your local post office and Catawiki Customer Support, preferably within 3 days of delivery. Please contact us before leaving feedback. ⸻ All items are shipped from Japan. Description This is a Mashiko ware matcha tea bowl by Kosaku, produced in Tochigi Prefecture, Japan. The bowl features the warm, earthy character typical of Mashiko ware, enhanced by layers of deep black, amber, and green glazes that create a rich and expressive surface. The highlight of this piece is its beautifully flowing colored glaze. Multiple layers of black, amber, and deep green glaze merge naturally during firing, creating subtle variations in tone and luster that evoke the movement of flowing water. The interior also displays a rich glaze landscape, offering an attractive appearance when preparing and serving matcha. The gently undulating rim reflects the character of handmade pottery, giving each tea bowl its own unique personality. It is an impressive piece suitable for both tea ceremony use and display. The original wooden storage box is inscribed “Mashiko Ware Tea Bowl” and identifies the artist as Kosaku. Also included is a drawstring storage pouch, suggesting that the bowl was carefully preserved. The pouch appears to have been added at a later date, but it serves well as protective storage for the tea bowl. Dimensions * Diameter: approx. 11.5 cm * Height: approx. 8.5 cm Condition No noticeable chips, cracks, or repairs. Overall, the tea bowl is in good condition. The variations in glaze, craquelure (crazing), and natural kiln effects were created during the firing process and are original characteristics of the piece. Please refer to the photographs for further details. Included * Original wooden storage box * Drawstring storage pouch (believed to have been added later)