Dynamic designs typical of Okinawa Soba makai makes cooking fun just by thinking about what to serve. With a motif of bougainvillea flowers, the vibrant design will brightly decorate your dining table. The contrast of blue and red stands out against the slightly creamy white background, and just looking at it will make you feel energetic. It is a very elaborate pottery, using techniques such as akae and comb pattern. Although Yachimun has a strong image of being heavy, Toshin Kiln is characterized by not being too heavy or thick. The height of the base and the rise of the edges are exquisite, and it fits naturally in your hand. This may be the result of a history of creating everyday pottery that is close to the people who use it. For noodles and rice bowls "Makai" means bowl in the Okinawan language. As the name soba makai suggests, it is perfect for serving noodles. Add fresh soy sauce to the Sanuki udon noodles, and squeeze out green onions, ginger, tenkasu, sesame seeds, and sudachi! The process of coming up with a menu like, "I want to use this bowl, so let's make noodles" seems to be fun. Hearty rice dishes such as tempura bowls and sauced katsudon bowls, as well as salads with lots of radish, mizuna, and bonito flakes, go well together. Stacking storage is also OK! It's also a good idea to have one for your family and guests. Size Diameter approx. 18.0-18.6cmHeight approx. 8.2-9.0cm Weight Approx. 579g Material Ceramics MicrowaveDishwasher Microwave ×Dishwasher × Direct heatOven Direct heat ×Oven × Kiln manufacturer's recommended maintenance ・If you soak it in water for a while before use, it will prevent stains from getting in. ・Due to its high water absorption, leaving it with water in it may cause mold and odors. Do not leave it unattended after use; wash it as soon as possible, wipe it with a dry cloth, and dry it thoroughly. Product characteristics/Handling precautions ・As it is handmade, there may be individual differences in color, shape, size, thickness, etc. ・There may be pinholes, and the pattern and color may differ. ・Recommended for those who want to enjoy the warm texture that is unique to handmade products, each with a different look. ・There are small crack-like patterns in the glaze that form on the surface of the vessel. Unlike scratches, water does not leak. Please enjoy the unique taste that changes depending on the penetration, which is a characteristic of handmade pottery. ・As you use it, you will notice changes in color and texture over time. ・Prices may be reviewed or revised depending on the artist or pottery. About the style and atmosphere Toshin Kiln strives to create new products while preserving tradition. When setting the fire in the kiln, we offer a prayer: "Imamarashi Misore" (please be born). Tableware were born with the blessings of Okinawa's nature and the passion of their creators. Please raise them with love. Yachimun is Okinawan pottery that gives you a sense of warmth and a laid-back climate. Yachimun often has uneven glaze application, cracks called intrusions, accumulations of layered glaze, unevenness, and pinholes. We hope that you will enjoy the tasteful textures of these handmade pottery, which are not found in mass-produced products. ■Others, list page. Please find your favorite. Toshin kiln list page Tsuboya ware Toshin kiln After Masakazu Soma trained at Ikutoen in Tsuboya, he built a kiln in Nakama, Onna Village, Okinawa Prefecture in 1975. In 1978, the kiln was moved to Zakimi, Yomitan Village. Until now. While preserving the traditional techniques of Tsuboya ware, we continue to create new pieces with the motto of "always creating something new," such as unique red paintings, dyeing, fish patterns, and itchin.