Use of tasteful expression This is a mug that looks like an antique. The bronze color that changes depending on the viewing angle is attractive. When you pick it up, the outside has a rough texture and you can feel the warmth of the earth. The glaze that slowly oozes out on the inside gives it a tasteful appearance. With a mature look, it will make your everyday dining table look much more elegant. Peaceful tea time Once the coffee is brewed, pour in plenty of milk. How about taking a break and taking a break with your favorite snack? You can also use it for soup by pouring potage or minestrone into it. From the hectic morning to the relaxing snack time, you'll have a fulfilling time. Size Diameter approx. 8.3cm (11.7cm including handle)Height approx. 9.5-9.8cm Weight Approx. 190g Capacity Approx. 200ml Material Pottery MicrowaveDishwasher Microwave △ (Not recommended as it may accelerate deterioration.)Dishwasher × Direct heatOven Direct heat ×Oven × Recommended maintenance by the pottery - Before use, soak the pottery in hot water to moisten it sufficiently. This prevents it from absorbing the bitterness of tea, food juices, or grease, and helps avoid stains.・After use, wash thoroughly and dry thoroughly before storing. Leaving it soaked in dirty water or not drying it enough can cause stains, discoloration, mold, and bad odors. ・The bottom surface has been treated, but if you find that the bottom is rough when you turn it over, please lightly rub it with fine sandpaper to make it smooth. Product characteristics/Handling precautions ・Although the bottom has been polished, please do not drag it on tables or other furniture. It may cause damage.・As it is water absorbent, water may ooze out. please note. ・If it has penetrations or if it is soaked in water or hot water, it may change color, but this is a characteristic of glaze, so there is no problem with the quality. ・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. ・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 item is handmade, there may be individual differences in shape, size, color, etc. [Uneven color/uneven baking] Since the glaze is applied one by one 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 product comes in different colors. ■You can also view Shigaraki ware here. Please find your favorite. Shigaraki ware list page Shigaraki ware This ceramic is produced around Shigaraki-cho, Koka City, Shiga Prefecture, and is one of the six oldest kilns in Japan. The rustic texture of the earth is appealing, making full use of the richness of nature. Because they use strong china clay, they are good at making large pottery like raccoon dog ornaments.