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Whisk It Your Way

For every matcha lover who dreams of making café-worthy drinks at home, these Indonesian artisans and specialty stores offer everything you need, from handcrafted chawans to authentic Japanese-grade powder.

Finding beauty in imperfection

For those who see tea as a ritual, Soekliving offers more than just tools. It offers soul. Each chawan and katakuchi is shaped by hand from clay, giving every piece a raw, organic beauty that celebrates imperfection. Soekiliving’s gorgeous glazes and patterns have won it a cult following – and for good reason.

Matcha, the authentic way

Can’t make it to Japan? Saintmatcha brings Japan to you. From premium matcha powder to handcrafted chawans, chasens, and katakuchis, this store has everything you need for an authentic tea experience. Their products are imported straight from Japan, so you can whisk your matcha at home exactly how it’s done in Kyoto, no passport required.

Natural, pure and perfectly-blended

Homelab_id is a playground for anyone obsessed with flavour and quality. They’re known for their 100 per cent natural matcha powder, but they also offer everything else you need, from chawan to chasen. If you love variety, you’ll also find powders for hojicha, taro, black sesame, strawberry, and earl grey. A one-stop shop for every kind of cozy cup.

The House of Matcha

Matcharia is helping take matcha-making craftsmanship to the rest of the world, with customers from Singapore to Australia and the US. Their matcha-making sets include authentic tools like charaku and chasaku, all imported directly from Japan. Serious matcha fans will find everything they need for a proper, mindful ritual.

FUN-ctional handmade ceramics

Who says tea has to be serious? Hoxton and Tate Ceramics adds a playful twist to your matcha time with bright, bold colours and whimsical designs: sky blue chawans, cherry-red chasens, and quirky figures moulded into each piece. Every item is handmade, so your cup is guaranteed to bring both style and joy to your tea table.

Craft your own matcha tools

For those who love a personal touch, DAM DAM Ceramics Studio lets you design your own katakuchi, from its shape to the glaze. Starting at around IDR 450,000, this is your chance to co-create a piece that’s uniquely yours. Their minimalist neutral tones and smooth textures lend a quiet elegance that pairs beautifully with a morning bowl of matcha.

Handmade in Bali

Hanashi Pottery captures Bali’s calm spirit in every handmade chawan and katakuchi. Crafted with care and brushed in soft pastels and warm neutrals, their ceramics exude simple elegance. Beloved by international tea lovers, Hanashi’s creations embody the serene beauty of slow living, one sip at a time.

The art of imperfection

Quietly nestled in Cianjur, Taz Pottery has become a hidden favorite among Indonesia’s growing matcha community. Each chawan is an exercise in balance and texture: handcrafted, imperfect, yet deeply personal. The studio’s small-scale approach has won admirers around the world, blending mindfulness with masterful ceramic design.

Where clay becomes art

Nii Living turns homeware into personal art. Their chawan and katakuchi collections often feature playful animal motifs – from cats to dogs – and abstract blends of bold and neutral tones. Each piece feels alive with character, making it as much a display item as a functional tool for your next tea moment.

Colour, texture and personality

Founded by ceramicist Pratitaf, Pra Ceramics stands out for its daring use of texture and color. Think bright dual tones, grain-like patterns, and a tactile surface that feels as good as it looks. Beyond chawans and katakuchis, you’ll find the artist’s creations popping up at exhibitions across Indonesia – a testament to the growing community of modern matcha artisans.

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