Hand-Painted Gold Deer Japanese Tea Bowl

This elegant hand-crafted Japanese tea bowl (chawan) is crafted from smooth, high-fired ceramic, perfect for savoring every nuance of your favorite matcha, sencha, or oolong during traditional tea gatherings or quiet daily sipping. Its compact size is ideal for controlled, slow tasting that lets you fully enjoy tea aroma and flavor.

Unique Design Details

Rich deep teal ceramic body paired with a soft blue glazed base and crisp white interior, accented with a warm natural rim line for balanced, sophisticated color harmony
Delicate hand-applied overglaze gold artwork featuring graceful deer, mountain foliage, and woodland birds, creating a tranquil natural scene that evokes the quiet beauty of Japanese mountain landscapes
4 different style variations available, each with subtle unique differences in the deer pose and landscape layout, so your tea bowl is one-of-a-kind
Smooth, glossy glazed finish that resists staining and is easy to clean between uses

Specifications

Dimensions: 2.36 inches diameter × 1.61 inches tall (6cm × 4.1cm)
Capacity: 1.7oz (50ml), perfectly sized for traditional Japanese tea tasting

Cultural Meaning

In Japanese culture, the deer is a symbol of good fortune, longevity, and gentle harmony with nature. This hand-painted design brings these auspicious qualities to your daily tea ritual, turning every cup into a quiet moment of connection with the natural world.

It makes a thoughtful premium gift for tea lovers, birthdays, holiday gifting, or housewarming, and fits seamlessly into any home tea setup, from formal traditional tea ceremonies to casual daily sipping. We welcome custom orders and bulk inquiries for special events — feel free to reach out with your request.