Ibaraki Riverstone Yunomi

A quiet landscape of stone, water, and movement.

Handcrafted in Ibaraki, Japan by a master ceramic artist, this striking yunomi showcases mesmerizing layers of marbled clay that flow across its surface like river currents carved through stone.

Created using a traditional clay-layering technique, each swirling pattern emerges naturally during the forming process, making every piece entirely unique. Soft ivory and warm earth tones intertwine to create a landscape-like composition that reveals new details from every angle.

Its clean cylindrical form offers a comfortable grip and an ideal shape for appreciating the aromas and flavors of fine Japanese tea. Whether filled with sencha, hojicha, genmaicha, or matcha, this yunomi transforms everyday tea drinking into a moment of reflection.

The beauty of this piece lies not in decoration, but in the clay itself—a hallmark of Japanese ceramic artistry where natural materials and subtle craftsmanship take center stage.

Why Tea Enthusiasts Love It

Handmade in Ibaraki, Japan

Created by a master Japanese ceramic artist

Unique marbled clay patterning

No two pieces are identical

Comfortable yunomi form for daily tea enjoyment

A beautiful example of Japanese ceramic craftsmanship

Ideal for collectors of authentic Japanese teaware

The Art of Marbled Clay

This yunomi celebrates one of the most captivating traditions in ceramic art: layered and marbled clay. Rather than relying on painted decoration, contrasting clays are carefully combined to create flowing patterns that run throughout the vessel itself.

The result is a cup that feels both contemporary and timeless, reflecting the Japanese appreciation for nature, movement, and the quiet beauty of handcrafted objects.