Use of tasteful expression A soup cup that looks like an antique. Images are for illustrative purposes only. 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 crystallized white glaze on the bottom of the cup creates a tasteful atmosphere. With a mature look, it will make your everyday dining table look much more elegant. Plenty of size to warm your heart The large size allows you to enjoy plenty of ingredients such as stew and pork soup. The gentle milk-colored cream soup and the bright red color of the tomato base look great. The wide mouth and shallow shape make it perfect for fruit-filled yogurt and granola. This is a hard-working vessel that can be used in a variety of situations, morning, noon, and night. Size Diameter approx. 9.6-9.8cm (13.0-13.3cm including handle)Height Approx. 8.2-8.4cm Weight Approx. 228g Capacity Approx. 250ml Material Pottery Microwave ovenDishwasher Microwave oven △ (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 before use to ensure sufficient moisture.By soaking it in, it will not absorb the bitterness of the tea, the liquid and fat of the food, and will prevent stains from forming.・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Some items have noticeable pinholes. 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.