Handmade Kohiki-Style Gaiwan – Royal Red Glaze, 200ml Wabi-Sabi Ceramic, Jingdezhen

A harmonious blend of imperial grandeur and Japanese wabi-sabi simplicity, this 200ml Gaiwan is a testament to Jingdezhen’s ceramic mastery. Handcrafted using the ancient Kohiki technique (粉引), the Gaiwan’s surface is layered with red iron-rich clay slip, then coated with plant-ash glaze and fired at high temperatures to create a soft, misty crimson finish that resembles powdered silk. The glaze’s subtle translucency reveals faint textures of the coarse clay beneath, evoking the quiet elegance of a weathered palace relic.

Designed for both aesthetics and function, the Gaiwan’s wide 10cm mouth and 8cm height ensure effortless tea brewing, while the unglazed rim and base enhance grip and heat resistance. Ideal for bold teas like hojicha or black tea, the porous clay gradually seasons to deepen flavor complexity. Each piece bears unique cracks and glaze variations—trademarks of handcrafted authenticity.