Naoki Matcha Traditional Ceramic Chawan Bowl

Whisk your matcha concentrate in the bowl first — the wide shape makes it easy to get a smooth, lump-free base. Then use the pour spout to transfer the whisked matcha into a mug with steamed or frothed milk. The spout is what makes this particularly good for lattes — no awkward dripping down the side of the bowl. Several reviewers mention using it exactly this way for daily matcha lattes, and some even use it in commercial coffee and tea shop settings for quick single-serving batches.

You absolutely can — that's the traditional way in Japanese tea ceremony. This Naoki chawan is 18 ounces, which is a comfortable size to hold and drink from. But one of its best features is the pour spout, so if you'd rather transfer your matcha into a favorite mug or add milk for a latte, you can pour without dripping or spilling. Reviewers love having both options.

Reviewers consistently say the 18-ounce capacity hits a sweet spot. It's actually a bit smaller than many traditional matcha bowls (under 6 inches across compared to the typical 6+ inches), which makes it more space-efficient on your counter and in your cabinet. But it's still wide and deep enough for full whisking motion. Five reviewers specifically called out the size as 'perfect' — big enough for a proper matcha but not comically oversized.

It's actually an excellent beginner choice. The 18-ounce size is forgiving without being oversized — big enough to whisk comfortably but not so huge that it's intimidating. The pour spout makes transferring matcha foolproof, and it's easy to clean (dishwasher safe). Reviewers also point out it works well as part of a starter kit. And if matcha doesn't end up being your thing, the bowl is versatile enough for other kitchen uses — it's not a one-trick piece of equipment.

Something to be aware of — the bottom of this bowl is unglazed, which means it can scratch soft surfaces like wood tables or marble countertops. If you're using it on a delicate surface, set it on a cloth, trivet, or mat. It's a minor thing, but worth knowing before you drag it across your nice kitchen counter.

By all accounts, yes. Reviewers describe it as sturdy with good heft — it feels substantial without being too heavy. Four reviewers specifically mention its durable construction, and it's even being used in commercial coffee and tea shop settings, which says a lot about how well it holds up to repeated use. The hand-made ceramic with black matte glaze appears to wear well over time.

You can, but be aware that the ceramic gets quite hot in the microwave — hot enough that you'll want to use an oven mitt to handle it. It's better to heat your water separately and pour it into the bowl for whisking. This is actually the recommended approach for matcha anyway, since you want water around 175°F, not boiling.

The key features are width (enough room for whisking), depth (so matcha doesn't splash out), weight (a good heft keeps it stable), and shape (rounded interior helps the whisk reach everywhere). This Naoki chawan checks those boxes — reviewers praise its sturdy weight, the wide-enough-to-whisk shape, and the fact that matcha doesn't splash during use. The one minor note: a couple of reviewers mention the inside edges could make it slightly harder to get an ultra-smooth texture compared to bowls with perfectly rounded interiors, but for most people the difference is negligible.

With this Naoki chawan, the process is straightforward. Sift 1-2 teaspoons of matcha into the bowl, add a small amount of hot water (around 175°F — not boiling), then whisk vigorously with a bamboo chasen in a W or M motion until frothy. The wide, deep shape of this bowl gives your whisk plenty of room to work without splashing, which reviewers specifically call out as a plus. When you're done whisking, the pour spout lets you transfer your matcha cleanly into a mug if you prefer, or you can drink straight from the bowl.

A chawan is the wide, open bowl used in Japanese tea ceremony to whisk and drink matcha. The wide shape gives your chasen (bamboo whisk) room to move freely and create a smooth, frothy matcha. This Naoki Matcha chawan follows that traditional wide-bowl design but adds practical upgrades like a pour spout and dishwasher-safe construction — so you get the ceremonial whisking experience without the fussiness.

You technically can whisk matcha in any bowl, but a proper chawan makes a real difference. The wide, shallow shape gives your whisk room to create an even, frothy consistency — narrow bowls trap the whisk and leave you with lumpy matcha. This Naoki bowl is wide enough for full whisking motion but not so oversized that it feels unwieldy. Reviewers who switched from regular bowls or cups specifically note that whisking is easier and the results are smoother.

Definitely. Reviewers mention using it for various kitchen tasks beyond matcha — it works as a mixing bowl, a serving bowl, or even for whisking other beverages. The black color actually helps it stand out from the rest of your kitchenware, which some people appreciate. If you're on the fence about committing to matcha, it's reassuring to know this isn't a single-purpose gadget.

Naoki offers several matcha grades, but this product is actually the chawan bowl set rather than the matcha powder itself. If you're looking at their powders, they range from culinary to ceremonial grade. This bowl works beautifully with any of them — the 18-ounce capacity handles everything from a concentrated ceremonial bowl to a larger matcha latte. Several reviewers mention using it as part of a starter kit alongside Naoki's matcha powders.