Experience the art of creating your own handmade ceramic matcha bowl (chawan) in our Matcha Bowl Workshop in Irvine, CA. This immersive class blends creativity, tradition, and relaxation as you learn the time-honored techniques of Japanese pottery. Under the guidance of expert instructors, you will hand-build, texture, and shape a matcha bowl that reflects your personal style. Whether you are a beginner or a pottery enthusiast, this workshop offers a meditative, hands-on experience that results in a unique, functional piece for your tea rituals.
Pottery is more than just an art form, it is a meditative and grounding experience. In today’s fast-paced world, making something with your hands is a refreshing escape from screens and mass-produced goods. In this workshop, you’ll experience the beauty of shaping raw clay into a meaningful, everyday object while immersing yourself in the craftsmanship of Japanese ceramics.
In this class you will be guided through the process of hand-building your own traditional matcha bowl using time-honored Japanese pottery techniques, no prior experience necessary. In the middle of class we will also host a calming tea ritual while we wait for our bowls to dry enough for texturing. Learn how to shape the clay, carve the bottom to form a foot and use kurinuki carving techniques to create a natural intricate design.
After completing your bowl, we will fire it for you, and in just 2-3 weeks, you can pick up your finished matcha bowl, ready to elevate your tea-drinking experience.
