Capacity: 130 ml

This gaiwan is shaped with a wide, open form that emphasizes balance, openness, and control during brewing. The flared rim allows tea leaves to expand freely while giving the brewer precise command over pouring and heat release. Its proportions feel generous yet contained, creating a stable brewing vessel that sits securely in the hand and on the tea table. The relationship between bowl, lid, and saucer is cohesive, forming a unified silhouette that supports fluid, intentional movement.

The vessel is finished in a green, ash-rich glaze with soft tonal variation that pools and thins across the surface, revealing depth created during firing. The glaze carries a mineral quality that feels organic, allowing light to interact gently with the surface. Beneath it, the ceramic body provides steady heat retention, supporting clarity and balance in the brewed liquor without muting aromatic detail.

Design decisions are guided by function. The wide opening promotes even extraction, while the lid fits comfortably within the rim, allowing fine control over infusion speed and pour direction. The slightly raised foot provides stability and insulation from heat, and the saucer offers protection and ease of handling. Each element supports adaptability, making the gaiwan suitable for a wide range of tea styles and brewing preferences.

Over time, the gaiwan becomes shaped by use rather than appearance alone. The glaze surface softens subtly, the vessel becomes more familiar in the hand, and its role within the tea ritual grows more defined. It serves as a dependable brewing tool, valued for responsiveness, material presence, and its ability to adapt to the rhythm of daily tea practice.