平形, Hiragata: Flat Shape Tea Bowls (抹茶茶碗)

平形, Hiragata: Flat Shape

This type of tea bowl is also referred to as a summer tea bowl, or natsu-jawan (夏茶碗), as it is meant for summer use.

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Kyoto ware tea bowl

Kyoto ware tea bowl


Akahada ware tea bowl in Totoya style

Akahada ware tea bowl in Totoya style


Tea bowl with mishima style decoration

Tea bowl with mishima style decoration



Mino ware tea bowl

Mino ware tea bowl

time well spent

closeup view Jack Troy cup, links to Jack Troy artist page

time to explore

link to newest page of ceramic artist links, including link to Scott Parady, pictured

time flies

Link to monthly image blog