Shino Ware Handpainted Fish and Algae Pattern Gaiwan 125ml

Product Specifications

Capacity: 125ML

Diameter: 9.0CM

Depth: 8.2CM

Material: Iron Clay

Food Safe: Yes

Packaging: Premium gift box

An Artistic Harmony of Wabi-Sabi Aesthetics & Aquatic Vitality – Shino Ware Handpainted Fish & Algae Gaiwan.

Imbue your daily tea ceremony with organic warmth and rustic poise using this Shino Ware Handpainted Fish & Algae Gaiwan. Fired with thick, milky feldspar glaze characteristic of classic Shino ceramics, this lidded tea bowl is decorated with freehand iron-pigment stroke art depicting a swimming fish gracefully navigating through aquatic flora.

Authentic Shino Ware Aesthetic (Wabi-Sabi Character): Features a textured, opaque feldspar glaze complete with natural pinholes ("orange peel" surface) and fiery iron flashes (Hiiro) along exposed edges.

Handpainted Fish & Algae Motif: Freehand iron brushwork celebrates nature and vitality, with the fish representing abundance, freedom, and effortless flow in traditional oriental symbolism.

Tactile & Earthy Ceramic Body: Thick, insulating clay body retains warmth effectively while providing a satisfying, grounded weight in the hands during steeping.

Ergonomic Flared Rim Architecture: Designed with a smoothly tapered outward lip that ensures a comfortable, burn-free finger placement and precise water pouring.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What defines Shino ware (Shino-yaki) in high-end ceramic art?

A: Originating in 16th-century Japan, Shino ware is distinguished by its heavy feldspar glaze, soft milky white or snowy texture, tiny natural surface pinholes, and reddish-orange iron highlights where glaze thins near clay edges.

Q: Does the textured glaze of a Shino Gaiwan stain over time?

A: Shino glaze is high-fired and durable. While the glossy surface resists staining, tea polyphenols may slowly highlight subtle iron speckles and pinholes over years of use, adding a beautiful, personalized Wabi-Sabi patina to the piece.