A Matcha Bowl with a Pouring Spout

The Rokusho bowl takes the form of a yuzamashi, also called a kuzusara. This spouted vessel comes from Japanese tea culture: you whisk matcha in it and then pour it into a cup or a serving bowl. The shaped spout gives a steady, controlled pour and reduces drips. That makes it especially handy when you’re making matcha for more than one person, or when you’re pouring whisked matcha over milk for a latte.

A yuzamashi is traditionally also used to cool water. You pour boiling water into the bowl and let it come down in temperature before brewing more delicate teas such as sencha or gyokuro. You can read more about matcha and how it’s prepared on Wikipedia.

A Glaze That’s Different on Every Bowl

The bowl combines a dark matte ceramic surface with a glossy reactive glaze. The colours shift from deep black to pale blue and turquoise, and the fine speckles are reminiscent of a starry night sky. A reactive glaze develops its pattern during firing, so every bowl turns out slightly different and yours may not look exactly like the photos. Each bowl is a one-off.

Bamboo Whisk, Holder and Scoop

The 80-prong bamboo whisk (chasen) whips matcha into a smooth, creamy froth. The ceramic whisk holder is designed to match the bowl, and drying the whisk on the holder helps its prongs keep their shape. The bamboo scoop (chashaku) is the traditional tool for measuring out matcha powder.

How to Make Matcha in the Rokusho Bowl

1. Warm the bowl with hot water, pour the water out and dry the bowl.
2. Add sifted matcha and a little hot water at about 70–80 °C, then whisk until smooth.
3. Top up with water to taste and pour through the spout into your cup or tea bowl.

The set pairs well with our organic matcha tea, which you can drink on its own or use in a matcha latte.

Care

Wash the ceramic bowl by hand in warm water. Avoid abrasive cleaners and sudden temperature changes. The bamboo whisk and scoop should also be washed by hand and must not go in the dishwasher. Before use, soak the whisk tips briefly in warm water. After use, leave the whisk to dry on its holder so the prongs keep their shape.

Product Details

• Product type: matcha set, 4 pieces
• Brand: Goodwei
• Manufacturer: made for NCA Europe Design Center GmbH
• Country of origin: China
• Bowl style: matcha pouring bowl with spout (yuzamashi / kuzusara)
• Bowl capacity: 450 ml
• Bowl dimensions: height 7 cm, diameter 13 cm (14 cm including spout)
• Materials: ceramic bowl and whisk holder; bamboo whisk and scoop
• Finish: dark matte surface with a glossy black-to-turquoise reactive glaze and fine speckles; the pattern varies from bowl to bowl
• Contents: pouring bowl, 80-prong bamboo whisk (chasen), ceramic whisk holder, bamboo scoop (chashaku)
• Packaging: Goodwei gift box
• Weight incl. box: 0.76 kg
• Care: hand wash only; bamboo tools are not dishwasher safe
• Matcha powder: not included
• EAN: 4260308663901

Who Is This Matcha Set For?

The Rokusho Matcha Set is for anyone who wants to make matcha at home with proper tools and cares about how those tools look on the table.

• Matcha lovers who want to whisk their tea with traditional bamboo tools.
• Matcha latte fans: the spouted bowl makes it easy to pour whisked matcha over milk.
• Beginners: every tool you need is included, so all you have to add is matcha powder.
• Gift-giving for birthdays, Christmas or as a thank-you. The Rokusho Matcha Set comes in a Goodwei gift box decorated with cranes, a red sun and clouds.

For more ideas, browse our gifts and ceramics, porcelain and glass. You’ll find more tea and coffee in Gourmet coffee, tea and fine food.

FAQ

Does the Rokusho Matcha Set include matcha powder?

No. The set contains the pouring bowl, an 80-prong bamboo whisk, a ceramic whisk holder and a bamboo scoop. Matcha powder is sold separately.

What is a yuzamashi, or matcha pouring bowl?

A yuzamashi, also known as a kuzusara, is a spouted vessel from Japanese tea culture. You whisk matcha in it and then pour the matcha into a cup. It is also used to cool water before brewing delicate teas.

How big is the Rokusho bowl?

The bowl holds 450 ml and is 7 cm tall. It measures 13 cm across, or 14 cm including the spout.

Is the Rokusho matcha set dishwasher safe?

The manufacturer recommends washing the bowl by hand in warm water. The bamboo whisk and scoop are not dishwasher safe.

Will my bowl look exactly like the photos?

Not exactly. Because the glaze is reactive, every bowl has a slightly different pattern. The tones and speckles will vary, but the shape, size and overall colour palette stay the same.