Chawan — Teeschalen

Chawan is a traditional Japanese tea bowl, in which matcha, finely ground green tea, is prepared and served. The chawan is not only a tool for preparing tea but also an important artistic object that reflects the aesthetics and philosophy of the Japanese tea ceremony.

The chawan has several specific characteristics that are important for preparing matcha. The bowl should be wide enough to allow comfortable whisking with a chasen and deep enough to hold comfortably.

The appearance, texture, and color are carefully chosen to express the aesthetic values of wabi-sabi, which appreciate simplicity, informality, and natural beauty.

Each chawan is an important object that reflects the harmony and beauty of the tea ceremony. The chawan thus represents the connection between the tea master, the guests, and the tea itself.