Traditional patterns that have been popular in Japan for a long time A square bowl with a gently curved shape. The Tokusa pattern drawn in brown and blue creates a lively atmosphere. When you turn it over, you can see the drawings on the back, giving you a sense of the creator's commitment. The glaze that drips from the edges gives it a tasteful look. It has a somewhat nostalgic appearance and adds a peaceful touch to your dining table. Perfect as a standard side dish Serve with lots of Chikuzen-ni and stewed taro with squid. It's the perfect size for a side dish for two people. It would also be great to use it as a dessert bowl with seasonal fruits such as persimmons and figs. It has a convenient size and can be used from morning to night. Size Diameter approx. 14.5-16.2cmHeight approx. 4.9-5.2cm Weight Approx. 476g Material Ceramics MicrowaveDishwasher Microwave ×Dishwasher × Direct heatOven Direct heat ×oven ×It becomes difficult to attach. ・After using the utensils, wash them as soon as possible and dry them thoroughly. Insufficient drying may cause mold and odors. ・If you are concerned about stains such as tea stains or stains, please use kitchen bleach. Product characteristics/Handling precautions ・As it is handmade, there may be individual differences in color, shape, size, thickness, etc. ・There may be pinholes, and there may be differences in the pattern, color, etc.・Penetration (cracks in the surface glaze) may occur during the firing process, but this is not a crack or damage. Therefore, there is no problem in using it. ・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 differences] Because each piece is handmade, there are individual differences in shape, size, and thickness. [Uneven color/uneven baking] Because the glaze is applied by hand, it may not be applied evenly, resulting in uneven coloring. During firing, the temperature varies depending on the location of the kiln, resulting in uneven firing. [Other notes] 〇Some have a stamp on the back and some don't. Please note that it is not possible to specify. 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 Seto ware here. Please find your favorite.Seto ware list page Seto ware Seto ware is a general term for pottery made mainly in Seto City, Aichi Prefecture, which is a rare production area in Japan where both pottery and porcelain are fired. Ceramics are characterized by decorations that make full use of glazes, as exemplified by the country's traditional craft "Akatsu ware," while porcelain is decorated with beautiful blue colors using a pigment called Gosu, typified by "Seto Sometsuke ware." It's a feature. There is such a wide variety of pottery that it is said that "There is nothing that cannot be made in Seto."