Japanese Black Raku Tsutsu Tea Bowl Attributed to Raku Ronyu ninth Generation Master Antique Chawan with Wooden Box #5600

In the stillness of a crisp, cool evening, to hold this tea bowl is to awaken a quiet story within your hands.

Crafted as a Tsutsu-chawan (deep cylinder-shaped tea bowl), its elongated form was designed specifically to cradle the heat of freshly whisked matcha, offering gentle warmth to hands chilled by the seasonal air. Attributed to Ronyu, the 9th generation master of the historic Raku family, it stands as a testament to centuries of refined Japanese craftsmanship.

Molded entirely by hand without a potter’s wheel, its silhouette carries a delicate asymmetry—a subtle organic tension that feels remarkably natural in the grasp. Over its lustrous, jet-black glaze, faint reddish accents peek through like a distant, flickering light set against a midnight sky. The tactile richness of the clay invites a deeply personal connection to the tradition and spirit of the artisan.

Turning the bowl to reveal its base discloses an engaging secret: a faint spiral tool mark tracing the foot, anchored by the impressed Raku seal. This intricate underside becomes a natural focal point, sparking quiet contemplation and rich conversation during a tea gathering.

As warm matcha rests within its deep embrace, this bowl transcends its form—a miniature cosmos held between two palms, softening the soul with every sip.

width: approx. 9.5cm (3.7in)

height: approx. 9.5cm (3.7in)

weight: approx. 367g (w/ box 650g)

condition: Good condition with age-appropriate wear. (Please refer to photos for details.)

Accessories: Wooden Box (Tomobako), Storage Bag (Shifuku)

Shipping: Shipped from Japan with a tracking number. We take great care in professional packaging to ensure the item arrives safely.