GOSU tea bowl

£78.00

Taxes included.

Colour1.0 Lightest

1.0 Lightest 2 3 4 5.0 Darkest

"Gosu" is a historic blue pigment that has been traditionally used in ceramics, particularly in blue and white ware. "Gosu" has since become widely used across various ceramic production areas. Unlike other pigments, Gosu Blue is known for its durability, as it is applied to unglazed pottery, ensuring the colour remains vibrant and does not fade over time. Although collectively referred to as Gosu Blue, the pigment comes in a range of shades, from deep, muted blues to bright and vivid tones, and even soft, delicate light blues.

Indulge in the beauty of our GOSU bowl, an exquisite piece crafted in the tradition of Hizenyoshida ware. This stunning teabowl showcases the iconic Gosu Blue pigment, a vibrant blue tone applied to unglazed pottery to ensure that the colour remains striking and does not fade over time. Bring elegance and functionality to your tea experience with this beautifully handcrafted tea bowl, ideal for enjoying your favorite teas or serving delicious desserts.

Each piece is hand-painted by on experienced and skilful ceramics expert. You can see the detail of each brush stroke and the long time it takes to create this piece of functional art as each item is painted one at a time.

*1.0 is the lightest colour and 5.0 is the darkest colour.

Notes and Precautions:

Avoid using on open flames or in ovens to prevent breakage.
The polished base should not be dragged across surfaces to avoid scratches.
Occasional black spots may appear on the surface due to iron in the clay, but they do not affect the item’s usability.
Please do not use harsh sponges or Brillo pads to clean the item as it will leave scratches and we it may contribute to the colour fading over time.
Each item comes with its own box

Dimensions

128 mm D x H 55 mm

Region

Ureshino, Saga Prefecture, Japan

Care

Avoid using on open flames or in ovens to prevent breakage.

The polished base should not be dragged across surfaces to avoid scratches.

Please do not use harsh sponges or Brillo pads to clean the item as it will leave scratches and we it may contribute to the colour fading over time.

Shipping & Returns

Delivery

We generally use Royal Mail for our deliveries:

UK Standard Delivery (dispatched in 3–5 working days) – £4.95
UK orders over £60 – FREE
Store Collection (1–2 working days) – FREE
EU Delivery – £19.00
US Delivery – from £15.00
Everywhere Else – from £16.00

Delivery times are estimates and may vary during busy periods or due to customs.

Customs & Import Charges

For EU orders under €150 (excluding shipping), VAT is collected at checkout. Orders over €150 may be subject to additional customs charges on arrival.

For deliveries outside the EU, any customs duties, taxes or import fees are the responsibility of the customer.

For full Delivery details, please see our Delivery & Returns Policy.

Returns

We want you to be happy with your purchase. If you’re not completely satisfied, we’re happy to help.

Full-price items: return within 14 days
Return postage: paid by the customer, unless the item is faulty, incorrect or not as described
Food items: unfortunately cannot be returned for hygiene and safety reasons

For full Returns details, please see our Delivery & Returns Policy.

GOSU tea bowl

£78.00

Founded in 1953 in Yoshida, Ureshino City, Saga Prefecture, Soekyu Seitosho is a distinguished ceramics manufacturer rooted in the historic Hizen-Yoshida pottery tradition, an area adjacent to Arita, the birthplace of Japanese porcelain.

From its inception, the company has specialised in producing high-quality tableware for daily use, embodying the spirit of functional beauty and craftsmanship that defines the Hizen-Yoshida ware tradition. Early production focused on traditional painted motifs, and over time the business has evolved through generations, preserving long-established techniques while embracing creative innovation.

A defining milestone came in 2015 with the development of the GOSU series, a signature collection showcasing five distinct shades of gosu, the traditional Japanese cobalt blue pigment. This series offers an innovative reinterpretation of the classic dami brush painting technique, in which richly pigmented cobalt is applied by hand onto unglazed pottery, allowing subtle tonal variations and expressive depth to emerge through the firing process, resulting in vibrant blues that respond uniquely to the kiln environment.

Today, Soekyu Seitosho is led by Hisahiro Soejima, the third-generation CEO, alongside his wife Michiko Soejima. Together, this family business continues the legacy of the company’s founder, Kyuhachi Soejima, maintaining artisanal standards while evolving its craft.

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