Natural Materials That Are Gentle on Children This soup bowl's lacquer color gives it an elegant impression. It has a charming round shape.This bowl's medium size has been reduced in size for children, retaining the same shape. In addition to being smaller in size, the bowl's interior has been milled slightly thicker to stabilize its center of gravity. The White Heron bowl's plump shape fits comfortably in your hand, making it a perfect companion for your favorite bowls and plates. We want you to experience the real thing This is the soup bowl you use to serve your morning miso soup.Because it's such an important bowl that energizes you for the day, it's important to pay attention to even the smallest details, like the gentle texture and the feeling when you hold it in your hands. Wood not only heats up slowly, but also cools down slowly, making it the perfect material for soup bowls! Using real wood from an early age can help children learn to cherish things and foster their sensibilities. Its perfect weight makes it less likely to spill, which is a nice bonus. Even as your child grows, it can continue to be used as a small bowl, salad bowl, or dessert cup. Having a soup bowl that makes you feel relaxed just by holding it will enrich your daily life. Size Diameter: Approx. 9.5cmHeight: Approx. 5.8cmCapacity: Approx. 140ml (full) Weight Approx. 54g Material Cherry Blossom/Lacquer MicrowaveDishwasher Microwave: NoDishwasher: No Direct FlameOven Direct Flame: NoOven: No Recommended Maintenance from the Pottery Maker ・Please refrain from soaking. ・After washing, please wipe off any moisture as soon as possible to maintain the texture for a long time. ・Neutral detergent can be used. ・Do not scrub with a scrubbing brush or other hard objects. ・Avoid exposing to water or sunlight for long periods of time. Product Characteristics/Handling Precautions ・Because each piece is handmade, there will be slight variations in color, shape, size, thickness, and other aspects. The grain, color, and texture will vary. ・Recommended for those who want to enjoy the warm texture that can only be achieved by handcrafting, with each piece showing its own unique character. ・There may be lines or streaks, but these are called branch knots and are formed when the surrounding fibers are pulled in the direction of the tree's growth as the tree grows. This is not a scratch or peeling lacquer, but rather the grain of natural wood, so please understand. ・The color of lacquered pieces will become slightly lighter. We hope you enjoy these changes over time. - Over years of use, the lacquer may thin or peel. If this occurs, please contact the manufacturer for lacquer repairs, which will be available for a fee. - Prices may be revised or adjusted depending on the artist or potter. About the Style and Atmosphere Shirasagi Woodworking bowls are crafted using a method called "tategi" (vertical wood) to create beautiful grain. Meticulously handcrafted from domestic cherry wood, each bowl brings a gentle feeling to your hand. Available in different sizes, they are perfect for sharing with your child or as a gift. The color and grain vary from dark to light, and some pieces have mixed colors. These are also unique features of natural materials, so enjoy the unique experience of each unique piece. 《Image taken from Official Website》 Shirasagi Woodworking Yamanaka Onsen in Ishikawa Prefecture. Located deep in the mountains above this small hot spring town, our workshop has been crafting wooden tableware for three generations. We strive to create designs that fit comfortably in the hands of everyone, from young children to the elderly. We hope to bring warmth to your dining table with our wooden tableware, each lovingly crafted on the potter's wheel.