A striking natural ash glazed Matcha Tea Bowl by Doi Masafumi, an artist trained in the fine ceramic tradition of Kyoto. The work is distinguished by the striking blue shimmer that emerged naturally in the kiln—an expression of the unpredictable beauty Doi embraces in his work. The blue glaze flows gracefully into the interior of the bowl, creating a sense of depth and quiet radiance. Working in the natural surroundings of Nara, Doi enjoys exploring the subtle transformations that occur within the clay. Created in 2025, the bowl measures 15.6 x 8.6 cm (6 1/8 x 3 3/8 inches) and comes housed in an original wooden box signed by the artist, titled “Yohen Chawan” (Kiln‑altered Tea Bowl). It was received directly from the artist and is in new condition.
Doi Masafumi was born in Nara prefecture in 1972, and graduated the Aichi prefectural ceramic research facility in 2000. For the next seven years he would work at a kiln in Kyoto, absorbing the many styles and techniques associated with Kyo-yaki before establishing his won kiln back in Nara. He held is first solo exhibition in Kyoto in 2009, and in 2011 was awarded at the Nihon Togeiten National Ceramics Exhibition, where he has been featured many times.
