Japanese Shino Kiln-Change Black Cat Hand-Painted Ceramic Gongfu Gaiwan - 130ml

A characterful Japanese-inspired Shino-style lidded tea bowl featuring a lively hand-painted black cat motif, warm kiln-changed color and an intentionally rustic, timeworn surface. This two-piece gaiwan-style brewing vessel brings playful visual storytelling to a refined Gongfu tea setting without losing the quiet, earthy character associated with Shino-inspired ceramics.

Black Cat Motif & Rustic Shino Character

The expressive black cat illustration wraps across the softly flared bowl, contrasting against cream, sand, rust and charcoal kiln tones. The hand-painted decoration and naturally varied ceramic surface make the piece especially suited to tea drinkers who prefer distinctive, less formal teaware.

Craft & Material

Crafted from Dehua ceramic with overglaze decoration and hand-painted detailing, the Shino-inspired kiln-change finish gives the surface an aged, wabi-sabi appearance with tonal variation that can differ subtly from piece to piece.

Specifications

Type: two-piece lidded tea bowl / gaiwan-style brewer
Material: ceramic
Capacity: approx. 130ml
Width: approx. 9.5cm
Height: approx. 7.6cm
Origin: Dehua, Fujian
Craft: Dehua kiln, overglaze decoration and hand-painted detailing
Style: Japanese-inspired Shino / rustic kiln-change

For Gongfu Tea Brewing

The approximately 130ml capacity is a versatile size for solo tea sessions or sharing several small cups. Use it for short, repeated infusions and adjust leaf quantity and steeping time according to the tea.

Tea Pairing

Its warm rustic presentation pairs especially well with roasted oolong, Wuyi rock tea, black tea, aged white tea and darker fermented teas.

Tea Room & Home Styling

Place it on a walnut or bamboo tea tray with natural linen, stone, dark wood and understated ceramic accessories. The animated cat motif works particularly well in a study, personal tea corner or casual tea room.

Gift Appeal

The combination of a collectible cat illustration, kiln-changed ceramic character and practical Gongfu brewing size makes this an appealing gift for tea lovers, cat enthusiasts and collectors of expressive Asian-inspired ceramics.

Care

Rinse gently after brewing and dry thoroughly. Avoid sudden temperature shocks, abrasive pads and hard impacts. Slight differences in glaze tone, speckling and painted details are part of the individual character of the piece.

FAQ

How large is the gaiwan?
It holds approximately 130ml and measures about 9.5cm wide by 7.6cm high.

Is the cat motif hand painted?
Yes. Hand-painted work and overglaze decoration are part of the production process.

Is this a traditional three-piece gaiwan?
No. This design is a two-piece lidded tea bowl without a separate saucer.

Is every piece identical?
Minor variation in glaze, kiln coloration and painted detail can occur due to the decorative process.

What teas suit a 130ml brewer?
It is particularly versatile for Gongfu-style oolong, rock tea, black tea and aged white tea.