Utensils with shining traces of handcrafted work This bowl has an eye-catching dyed pattern painted all over. The design is inspired by Annan ware, giving it an exotic feel. When you place your palm on it, the wavy silhouette blends in comfortably. The entire piece has a fine crack pattern called "kannyu" that will draw you in. It's a warm pottery where you can feel the craftsman's commitment. A versatile tableware How about a soup made with seasonal ingredients? If you scoop it up with a wooden spoon and eat it, your stomach and heart will feel warm and satisfied. Add one rice ball to make a slightly filling ochazuke. The versatile shape makes it a useful tool that can be used freely in any situation. Size Diameter approx. 10.6-10.9cmHeight approx. 7.3-7.5cm Weight Approx. 250g Material Ceramics MicrowaveDishwasher Microwave ○Dishwasher 〇 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. ・After using the utensils, wash them as soon as possible and dry them thoroughly. Insufficient drying may cause mold and odors. 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. ・Penetration (cracks in the surface glaze) may occur during the use process, but this is not a crack or breakage, so there is no problem with use. ・Prices may be reviewed or revised depending on the artist or pottery. Things you should know before purchasing What creates the expression of pottery are spots, scratches, unevenness in the glaze, shading, and bending of the shape that cannot be seen in mass-produced products. The charm of handmade pottery is that it may have pinholes, intrusions, distortions, etc., and is not perfectly arranged, but each one is slightly different in color, size, and shape, and no two are exactly the same. Please enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime encounter as these are the unique characteristics of handmade pottery. 【Individual difference】 As each item is handmade, there may be slight variations in size. [Uneven color/uneven baking] Because the glaze is carefully applied one by one by hand, the glaze may not be applied evenly, resulting in uneven color. [Other notes] 〇Products that have passed inspection by the pottery and artist are inspected again and delivered to the customer. About other series developments ■You can also view the Ai Annan series items here. Ai Annan list page ■You can also view Mino ware pottery here. Please find your favorite. Mino ware list page Mino ware Pottery produced in the Tono region of Gifu Prefecture (Tajimi City, Toki City, Kani City, Toki District), which is the largest pottery industry in Japan. It is a collection of kilns with different areas of expertise, and is characterized by a wide variety of products, from everyday pottery to ceramics.