Chawan – "Kikko Hana" Pattern Ceramic Tea Bowl | 亀甲花茶碗

亀甲花茶碗（Kikkō Hana Chawan） — Tortoiseshell Floral Matcha Bowl

Experience the quiet elegance of traditional Japanese tea culture with 亀甲花茶碗（Kikkō Hana Chawan）, a refined matcha bowl adorned with the timeless “Kikko Hana” pattern.

The design features the iconic kikkō (亀甲) hexagonal motif, inspired by the shell of a tortoise — a powerful symbol of longevity, stability, and good fortune in Japanese culture. Interwoven with delicate floral elements, the pattern creates a harmonious balance between structure and softness.

Finished in a warm cream glaze with subtle gold accents, the bowl carries a sense of understated luxury while remaining grounded in traditional craftsmanship.

Each piece is carefully crafted and hand-finished, making every bowl slightly unique — a reflection of its artisanal origin.

• Dimensions: 12 × 12 × 7.5 cm
• Material: Ceramic
• Traditional matcha bowl (Chawan)
• Gold-accented hexagonal pattern
• Hand-finished — each piece is unique

Story Behind the Piece

In Japanese symbolism, the tortoise (kame) is believed to live for thousands of years, representing endurance, wisdom, and lasting fortune.

The kikkō pattern, derived from the geometric structure of the tortoise shell, reflects strength through repetition and balance — a design that has been used in textiles, armour, and ceramics for centuries.

When paired with hana (花), meaning flower, the motif softens into something more poetic — combining resilience with beauty, and structure with natural grace.

亀甲花（Kikkō Hana） embodies this duality: a piece that symbolises both protection and refinement, making it not only functional, but deeply meaningful.