Colorfully decorate your dining table This is a soba choko with six gourds lined up. The small, rounded size gives it a cute feel. The pattern of six gourds called "Mubyo'' has been associated with good health and has been considered to be auspicious since ancient times. It's great for everyday use, as well as for celebrations and as a gift. Multiplayer at the dining table A simple shape that can be used for any purpose, it is an excellent item that expands the range of your dining table. Not only can it be used for somen and soba noodles, but it can also be used as a cup for coffee or tea. Perfect for adding small side dishes such as marinated mushrooms or marinated plums and lotus roots. It can be used in a wide variety of ways and can be stacked, so it's a good idea to keep several. Size Diameter approx. 7.8-8.0cmHeight approx. 5.7cm Weight Approx. 139g Material Porcelain MicrowaveDishwasher Microwave ○Dishwasher ○ Direct heatOven Direct heat ×Oven × Recommended maintenance by the pottery ・When washing overglazed items, do not use a scrubbing brush, but try to avoid scrubbing them with a sponge as much as possible. ・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】 Because each piece is handmade, there are individual differences in shape, size, thickness, and pattern. [Uneven color/uneven baking] Since the glaze is applied by hand, the glaze may not be applied evenly. During firing, the temperature varies depending on the location of the kiln, resulting in uneven firing. [Other notes] 〇Products that have passed inspection by the pottery and artist are inspected again and delivered to the customer. About series development This item also has different patterns. ■You can also view other Mino ware here. Please find your favorite.Mino ware list page Zoho kiln We produce pottery using various techniques such as red glaze, dyed, oribe, and blue glaze, which take advantage of the handcrafted work of our craftsmen. “Tableware that is easy to use and serves food in harmony. Tableware that you can see, hold, and even taste, and appreciate its quality. We will continue to create and deliver tableware that satisfies the beauty of use and enriches the soul. ” 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.