Yuzamashi – Tokoname Water Cooling Bowl - Akebono / 常滑 湯冷し F-75188 this Tokoname-made water cooler features

this Tokoname-made water cooler features a soft matte black finish with gentle contours that sit naturally in the hand

Now in its fourth generation

this compact bowl is perfect for individual servings

brought to life through the meticulous kiku-tsunagi / 菊繋ぎ (chrysanthemum-link) pattern and elongated petal motifs

and watch as the design comes to life

Yuzamashi – Tokoname Water Cooling Bowl - Akebono / 常滑 湯冷し F-75188 this Tokoname-made water cooler featuresIn the quiet rhythm of Japanese tea preparation, the yuzamashi plays a subtle yet essential role. Crafted by artisans in Tokoname one of Japans Six Ancient Kilns these water cooling bowls are designed to bring boiling water to the perfect temperature before it touches delicate tea leaves. Pouring hot water into a yuzamashi allows it to cool slightly, ensuring that sencha, gyokuro, and other fine teas reveal their natural sweetness and umami, while