Wood-fired Shino Ceramic Katakuchi 片口 Matcha Whisking Bowl
Meet the Wood-fired Shino Ceramic Katakuchi Matcha Whisking Bowl, wheel-thrown by potter Hugh of Woodland Hills Pottery in Andes, New York, in the Catskills Mountain Region.
Katakuchi (片口) means "pouring lip on one side", and as the name indicates, the bowl comes with a serving spout so that you can whisk matcha and then pour it out into other cups. It has a deep, wide shape that makes whisking a large batch of matcha simple.
This one-of-a-kind Katakuchi bowl is characterized by the use of Shino glaze (#18) specially developed and concocted by Hugh and is combined with the ash deposits that occur during wood firing. Ash deposits occur because wood ash melts and flows onto the pottery surface, creating unique glaze effect and textures. The ash, generated during the combustion of wood, is carried through the kiln by the flames and settles on horizontal surfaces.
Dimension: W 5" x L 4.75" x H 3"
Care: hand-wash recommended; however, dishwasher safe
Non-toxic glaze. Food-safe.
Wheel-thrown in Andes, NY, USA
About Hugh from Woodland Hills Pottery: Since discovering pottery in Japan 20 years ago, Hugh has continued to pursue pottery at different studios until he moved upstate in 2020. With his move, he set up his pottery studio and built a wood-firing kiln.
As a solo potter, Hugh fires his pottery in his wood kiln 3 times a year: September, January and May. Preparation for firing the kiln takes 3-4 months, which includes making the pieces, testing glazes, collecting firewood and etc.
