Description

The Kuro Tea & Sake Ritual Set

Kyoto Collection

Product Overview

Quiet, earthy, and beautifully understated, The Kuro Tea & Sake Ritual Set brings together two Japanese ceramic tumblers, a small artisan plate, and a generous 30 cm black wooden tray.

Deep charcoal glazes meet a softly contrasting moss-green plate, creating a sophisticated palette inspired by stone, earth, and forest. Designed for tea, sake, coffee, or a quiet evening drink, this versatile set makes everyday serving feel considered without becoming formal.

Description

Designed around the Japanese appreciation for simple everyday objects, this set celebrates texture, tonal variation, and functional beauty.

The two tumblers are made in Japan and finished in a rich charcoal glaze with subtle earthy undertones. Their handle-free form sits naturally in the hands, making them equally suited to Japanese tea, sake, coffee, or other favourite drinks.

A 13 cm Japanese ceramic plate provides a beautiful contrast in a muted moss-green glaze. Its gently organic form and reactive surface give the piece depth and individuality, while its practical size is ideal for wagashi, chocolates, biscuits, nuts, small appetisers, or a favourite afternoon treat.

All three ceramic pieces are presented on a 30 cm black wooden tray. The dark wood creates a calm foundation for the earthy ceramics and makes the set easy to carry and serve.

Together, the pieces create a small everyday ritual: something to drink, something to share, and a moment to slow down.

Set Includes

• 2 × Japanese Ceramic Tumblers
• 1 × Japanese Ceramic Small Plate
• 1 × Black Wooden Serving Tray

Dimensions

Serving Tray

Approx. 30 cm diameter

Small Plate

Approx. 13 cm

Tumblers

2 matching ceramic tumblers

Materials & Origin

Designed for More Than Tea

Although beautifully suited to Japanese tea, the simplicity of the tumblers makes this set wonderfully versatile. Use it for:

• Green tea or hojicha
• Sake
• Coffee
• Herbal tea
• Whisky or other spirits
• Small desserts and wagashi
• Nuts, chocolates, or savoury snacks

Why You’ll Love It

• Authentic Made in Japan tumblers and plate
• Two complementary Japanese glaze finishes
• Generous 30 cm serving tray
• Beautiful balance of charcoal, moss green, and black
• Versatile enough for tea, coffee, sake, or evening drinks
• Organic ceramic textures make every setting feel individual
• Complements Japandi, wabi-sabi, minimalist, and contemporary interiors
• A thoughtful gift for couples and lovers of Japanese tableware

The Beauty of Japanese Glazing

The subtle variations in glaze are part of the character of Japanese ceramics. Changes in tone, speckling, glaze flow, and surface texture can occur naturally during firing.

Rather than being considered imperfections, these differences give each piece its individuality. No two pieces will look completely identical, adding to the quiet beauty of the set.

Perfect For

Housewarmings, weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, or simply creating a more thoughtful everyday tea ritual at home.

Care

Wash the ceramic pieces according to their individual care instructions. Wipe the wooden tray clean with a soft, lightly dampened cloth and dry promptly. Do not soak the wooden tray or place it in the dishwasher.

The Kuro Tea & Sake Ritual Set celebrates the pleasure of everyday rituals—Japanese ceramics, earthy colour, and dark natural wood brought together for moments worth enjoying slowly.