Description: Tea Bowl Soke Zodiac Tea Bowl Monkey Tea Bowl Clear Clouds Description Head of the family Zodiac Tea Bowl Monkey Tea Bowl Clear Clouds size Diameter: Approx. 12cm Height: Approx. 8cm Weight: Approx. 228.6g It is in very good condition with little signs of use. In the peaceful sanctuary of a traditional tea room, time seems to slow as the ritual of chanoyu unfolds with graceful precision. Soft light filters through paper shoji screens, casting gentle shadows that dance across tatami mats worn smooth by generations of guests. The air carries the subtle fragrance of incense mingled with the earthy aroma of matcha. The tea master's movements are poetry in motion - each turn of the tea bowl, each whisking motion, performed with mindful presence cultivated through years of dedicated practice. The ceremonial preparation of tea transforms a simple act into an art form, celebrating the profound beauty found in life's fleeting moments. Guests kneel in respectful silence, admiring the carefully selected tea implements that reflect the season - perhaps a tea bowl with the rough texture of winter bark, or a flower arrangement capturing the essence of spring. The ritual proceeds according to centuries-old choreography, yet each ceremony remains unique, shaped by the particular gathering of host, guests, and moment in time. The bright green matcha, whisked to a perfect froth, is more than just a beverage - it represents harmony between host and guest, nature and human cultivation, movement and stillness. As the bowl is passed from hand to hand with formal bows, worldly concerns fade away. In this sanctuary of mindfulness, participants find a rare moment of connection and contemplation. The tea ceremony embodies core principles of Japanese aesthetics: wabi (rustic simplicity), sabi (appreciation of imperfection and age), and yugen (subtle profundity). Through the ritual sharing of tea, these philosophical ideals are transformed from abstract concepts into lived experience. This is not merely about drinking tea - it is an art form that engages all the senses while nurturing the spirit. In our fast-paced modern world, the tea ceremony offers a precious opportunity to step outside of time and rediscover the extraordinary beauty hidden within ordinary moments. Shipping We can combine shipping for multiple items order. We Ship via FEDEX or DHL.We always send the item with a tracking number. So please place an order without any concern on delivery. You can always track the delivery status.Shipping is only available to the address registered in eBay. If you want us to send another address, please change your address on eBay and then place an order.Shipping is available from Monday to Friday. Weekends are not available because freight (shipping) companies are closed.We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as ?gifts? ? Japan, US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior.If your address is in the remote areas defined by the freight (shipping) company, please pay the additional shipping fees with PayPal.About Importer's ObligationImport duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying. Thank you for your understanding.
Price: 142 USD
Location: Kanagawa
End Time: 2025-02-11T01:18:23.000Z
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Item must be returned within: 60 Days
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Primary Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Color: Brown
Original/Reproduction: Vintage Original
Culture: Japan
Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
Age: 1900-1990