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Craft your own matcha tea bowl using traditional Japanese pottery techniques and enjoy a memorable cultural experience. Add a relaxing tea ceremony led by masters for an immersive journey into Japanese tradition.
Highlights
- Handcraft and decorate your own matcha tea bowl using the kurinuki technique
- Learn the art of Japanese pottery from a professional ceramist
- Optionally, experience a tea ceremony with matcha and traditional sweets
- Discover the meaning and aesthetics of wabi-sabi in Japanese culture
- Take home a ceramic gift and have your custom bowl shipped to you later
- Conducted in English or Spanish in a cozy, traditional Osaka studio
- No formal kneeling (seiza) required — comfortable seating and photos welcome
Full Description
Step into the peaceful world of Japanese craftsmanship in the heart of Osaka with this one-of-a-kind pottery and tea experience. Guided by Anna, a ceramist trained in Osaka and Barcelona, you’ll create your very own matcha tea bowl (chawan) using the traditional kurinuki carving method. Each bowl becomes a one-of-a-kind creation, reflecting the unique personality and aesthetic sensibility of its maker.
During the pottery session, you’ll also learn the cultural significance of the matcha bowl in Japanese tea ceremonies and even sign your bowl in Japanese characters. Choose your favorite glaze color and enjoy a drink while your masterpiece is prepared for firing. Your finished bowl will be shipped to you in approximately two months (shipping fees not included).
Each participant also receives a small handmade ceramic dish as a gift — perfect for enjoying sweets at home.
Optional Tea Ceremony Addition
Upgrade your experience with a one-hour introductory tea ceremony led by masters Kiyomi and Masako. Learn the spirit and etiquette behind this ancient ritual, and enjoy matcha with traditional wagashi sweets before beginning your pottery session. This combined workshop is ideal for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Japanese tradition and mindfulness.
After the experience, you’re welcome to explore the charming Ikuno Ward area nearby.
Pricing
From ¥10,000 per person
(Optional Tea Ceremony available as an upgrade during booking)
Includes
- All pottery tools and materials
- Tea and refreshments
- One ceramic gift
- English or Spanish-speaking instructors
- Cultural insights into pottery and tea tradition
- Station pick-up at JR Teradacho Station
Meeting Point
JR Teradacho Station – North Exit
Look for a staff member holding a sign: “Ceramics Tocoton”
Address:
2-chōme-3 Tennōjichōkita, Abeno Ward, Osaka, 545-0001, Japan
Reviews
“What a super experience. Anna shared so much about Japanese pottery and really guided us through the creative process. She’s warm, helpful, and incredibly knowledgeable.”
“A must-do in Osaka if you’re even remotely interested in matcha or Japanese ceramics. Loved the calm atmosphere and learning how to carve my bowl using the kurinuki technique.”
“The optional tea ceremony was such a thoughtful touch. You really feel the connection between the bowl you create and the tradition it serves.”
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