Jiro Kinjo Fish Hakeme Chawan Matcha Bowl Living National Treasure Japan Vintage For Sale

Jiro Kinjo – 魚紋刷毛目茶碗 – Japanese Matcha Tea Bowl

A fine Japanese Chawan (matcha tea bowl) by renowned Okinawan ceramic artist Jiro Kinjo (金城次郎), a designated Living National Treasure of Japan.

The bowl features Kinjo\'s characteristic fish motif (魚紋) together with expressive Hakeme brushwork.

Fish and shrimp motifs are among the best-known designs associated with Jiro Kinjo\'s work, and his lively, humorous fish designs became particularly representative of his ceramic style. The National Crafts Museum also holds multiple works by Kinjo featuring fish and shrimp motifs.

This piece is suitable for collectors of Japanese ceramics, Okinawan pottery, Chawan, and traditional Japanese tea ceremony utensils.

Artist: Jiro Kinjo (金城次郎)
Work Title: 魚紋刷毛目茶碗
Item: Chawan / Matcha Tea Bowl
Design: Fish Motif / Gyomon
Technique: Hakeme / Brushwork
Category: Japanese Tea Ceremony Utensil / Tea Ware
Use: Japanese Tea Ceremony / Matcha
Living National Treasure: Yes
Origin: Japan

Diameter: Approx. 12.8 cm
Height: Approx. 8.2 cm

Jiro Kinjo (金城次郎, 1911–2004) was a celebrated Okinawan ceramic artist born in Naha.

He began working as a potter at a young age under Eitoku Arakaki and encountered Shoji Hamada during this period. He was also strongly influenced by the Japanese Mingei folk-craft movement associated with Soetsu Yanagi.

After World War II, he established his own workshop in Tsuboya in 1946. In 1972, he moved his base of production to Yomitan Village, where he built his own climbing kiln.

In 1985, he was designated a Holder of Important Intangible Cultural Property for “Ryukyu Pottery”, becoming Okinawa\'s first Living National Treasure.

His work is especially known for its lively fish and shrimp motifs, along with the warm, functional character associated with Okinawan ceramic traditions.

Pre-owned / Used / Vintage

The bowl is in very good overall condition.

Upon visual inspection, there are no chips or noticeable major scratches.

Please carefully review all photos for the exact condition, glaze, decoration, and details before purchasing.

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