Name: Golden Chawan, Fūjin god of wind
Brand: Dogou
SKU: CHA-027
Price: 220.0 EUR
Availability: InStock

Chawan à fond doré et intérieur noir, décor peint représentant Fûjin, dieu du vent

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Golden Chawan, Fūjin god of wind

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Golden Chawan, Fūjin god of wind

A bowl that makes the Sunday matcha feel a little more solemn.

220,00€

Sélectionné au Japon par Léonard

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This chawan (tea bowl) features an exterior entirely covered in gold leaf, contrasting with a deep black glazed interior, the classic combination that highlights the vibrant green color of whisked matcha. Standing out against the golden background is a precisely painted figure: a silhouette with a disheveled mane, holding a large, billowing veil in both hands that ripples around them. The foot, left bare, reveals white porcelain.

This figure evokes Fūjin, the god of wind in Japanese mythology, made famous by the screen painting by Tawaraya Sōtatsu: the veil he holds in both hands represents the bag of winds he releases upon the world. This type of motif traditionally adorns tea objects brought out for a guest or a special occasion, rather than for daily use.

Matcha is prepared in it using a bamboo whisk, with the black of the interior making the tea's green foam stand out. It is held with both hands, with the decorated side turned toward the guest rather than oneself, a way of honoring the scene that adorns it.

I cannot confirm the maker, nor whether the decoration is hand-painted or applied via another process over the gold leaf, but the motif itself is confidently identifiable.

Care: hand wash only, avoid abrasive sponges and the dishwasher, which would damage the gilding.

Estimated dimensions: approximately 12.5 cm in diameter, 7.5 cm in height (to be confirmed by direct measurement).

This chawan (tea bowl) features an exterior entirely covered in gold leaf, contrasting with a deep black glazed interior, the classic combination that highlights the vibrant green color of whisked matcha. Standing out against the golden background is a precisely painted figure: a silhouette with a disheveled mane, holding a large, billowing veil in both hands that ripples around them. The foot, left bare, reveals white porcelain.

This figure evokes Fūjin, the god of wind in Japanese mythology, made famous by the screen painting by Tawaraya Sōtatsu: the veil he holds in both hands represents the bag of winds he releases upon the world. This type of motif traditionally adorns tea objects brought out for a guest or a special occasion, rather than for daily use.

Matcha is prepared in it using a bamboo whisk, with the black of the interior making the tea's green foam stand out. It is held with both hands, with the decorated side turned toward the guest rather than oneself, a way of honoring the scene that adorns it.

I cannot confirm the maker, nor whether the decoration is hand-painted or applied via another process over the gold leaf, but the motif itself is confidently identifiable.

Care: hand wash only, avoid abrasive sponges and the dishwasher, which would damage the gilding.

Estimated dimensions: approximately 12.5 cm in diameter, 7.5 cm in height (to be confirmed by direct measurement).

Gold leaf exterior, black enameled interior, hand-painted Fûjin (wind god) motif, unglazed porcelain foot, chawan shape.

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You have 30 days from receipt to return an item. This period includes the 14-day legal withdrawal period.

For returns after 14 days, the item must be unused, unwashed, and in its original packaging. Return shipping costs are your responsibility, unless there is a defect or an error on our part.

Returns are to be arranged by email at leonard@dogou.fr.

Why is the inside of this chawan black while the outside is gold?

This classic contrast shows off the bright green of the matcha whisked inside.

Who is depicted on this chawan?

Fûjin, the wind god of Japanese mythology, made famous by the screen painted by Tawaraya Sôtatsu.

What does the veil he holds symbolise?

It represents the wind itself, following the traditional iconography of Fûjin.

How to use it?

A chawan is a Japanese tea bowl, here made for matcha, the powdered green tea whisked in hot water.
What it is for: you add the powder and water, whisk with a chasen, then drink straight from the bowl. Its wide shape leaves room for the whisking.
Prepare matcha in it: the deep black interior sets off the bright green of the whisked tea.
You can also set it in the middle of the table as a fruit or sweets bowl: the motif inside appears as you empty it.
The outside is covered in gold leaf: handle with care and do not rub.
Wash by hand.
Idea: serve the matcha with a wagashi or a lightly sweet biscuit, which the tea balances.
Good to know: whisk the matcha just before drinking and enjoy it hot, in three or four sips.

At your discretion (matcha tea for a guest, special occasion)