Chawan Deep Blue Bowl
Ceramic cup Deep Blue essential to the preparation of the tea is Matcha.
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Capacity: 300ml
Composition: 100% Ceramic high quality stoneware.
Dimensions: Ø 15,5 x 6 cm
The tea ceremony, known as "chanoyu" in japanese, is an aesthetic pastime peculiar to Japan that is characterized by serving and drinking "matcha". The tea ceremony practitioner needs to have knowledge of traditional arts, architecture, landscape gardening and floral arts. Including tea cultivation and varieties, japanese clothing (kimono), calligraphy, ceramics, etiquette and incense. Thus, the study of tea ceremony practically never ends and requires a long time of preparation and study from the performer. This ritual can take 4 hours.
For several years, the chawan has been one of the most valuable utensils in japanese culture. In addition to the various functions it has had since its origin, the chawan is a porcelain cup also used for the preparation and subsequent consumption of matcha tea. In the japanese tradition, this utensil is usually passed on from generation to generation. That is, part of its value comes from the family tradition that is celebrated in "chanoyu".
When choosing your chawan, you should take into account the following aspects: rounded edges, smooth internal texture and flat background. Thus, you will be able to prepare your matcha tea without difficulties, enjoying its benefits. In the preparation of this green tea, it is recommended that you use the chashaku to dose the amount of tea and the chasen (bamboo whisk).