Blossoming Sakura Kobachi Small Bowl MAKER_Waraku and plum blossoms

and plum blossoms

and the River Stone series carries this sensibility throughout

The bowl is ideal for serving large portions of donburi or salads but can also be used for appetizers such as aemono (marinated dishes)

the process is brought to completion by his fluid and smooth motions

allowing for swift whisking without damaging the bowl's inner surface

Blossoming Sakura Kobachi Small Bowl MAKER_Waraku and plum blossomsSakura blossoms gather across the surface of this small bowl, their forms spreading as if caught mid motion. Scaled to the size of the vessel, the motif feels close and immediate, capturing the vitality of sakura in full bloom and bringing a gentle brightness to the table. The Blossoming Sakura Kobachi Small Bowl is crafted by Higashi Kiln, known for its distinctive washi zome (Japanese paper dyeing) technique. The pink pigment diffuses gently,