It feels like we have warmer February in Kyoto this year, and the cherry blossom season may arrive a little earlier than usual. Then it’s time for picnic under Sakura trees, our long-loved custom in spring of all times.
There is a word in Japanese called "nodate," which means "to serve tea in the open air." Some of you may recall the image of gorgeous and solemn atmosphere of a gathering of people in beautiful kimonos at a garden or a temple in the Japanese old drawings.Tea ceremony can sound formal with strict etiquette and a lot of preparation of utensils and tools. However, with the recent outdoor boom in Japan, it has become more casual and easygoing to enjoy matcha outdoors.
On a sunny day, just wrap tea utensils in your favorite bag and bring along some sweets. It is wonderful to enjoy matcha tea on your picnic or even on your trip.
The matcha bowls are very popular in our shop. They are manufactured by "Sinkougama," a long-established Mino-ware ceramics manufacturer.
The entire process is completely handmade by craftsmen. The colors have a delicate nuance that cannot be expressed by mass-produced products, and the warmth of handwork can be felt. 
Here we are introducing a beginner’s gift set that includes a matcha bowl, a chashaku (tea scoop) and a chasen (tea whisk), perfect for those who would like to start making your own bowl of matcha. We also recommend a book for those who would like to learn more about the Japanese tea.
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１）Sinkougama | Matcha Bowl Pink/Light blue
You can choose from a light pastel pink or light blue that evokes the feeling of spring.
Size: Φ125×H80mm
Weight : Approximately 350g
Material: Shino Clay Ceramic(made in Japan)
Scope of use: Microwave ✔︎/ Dishwasher ✔︎/ Oven -
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２）Sinkougama | 【Gift-wrapped】Matcha Bowl, Tea Whisk, Tea Scoop Set
This set includes a matcha bowl, tea whisk, a tea scoop, and comes in a gift-wrapped box, it has everything you need to make a bowl of matcha.
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３）TUTTLE Publishing｜A Biginner’s Guide to Japanese Tea
This book contains basic knowledge of Japanese tea.
It introduces tea production areas throughout Japan, describes the differences between tea varieties, and explains the production process of each type of tea.A
It introduces tea production areas throughout Japan, describes the differences between tea varieties, and explains the production process of each type of tea.
Author: Per Oscar Brekell
Publisher: TUTTLE Publishing
Language: English
Size: 15.24 x 1.27 x 22.86 cm / 96 P (Paper bag)