Tasteful hand-painted texture A mug with two dragons drawn on it. It has a special appearance with a solid and wide base. The round, slightly angular cup shape is unique. The red paint is a special red that takes up to 1,000 days to create by grinding the red pigment, which is the raw material. As you use it, the color will gradually deepens, so you can enjoy the changes as well. Enjoy It for Various Purposes It goes well with coffee, black tea, and even Japanese tea! In no time, it creates a cozy atmosphere like an old folk house café. It is also perfect for Japanese sweets such as shiruko with shiratama. If you use it for side dishes, it will bring a refreshing change Size Diameter approx. 8.3-8.5cm (including handle approx. 11.5-11.9cm)Height Approx. 8.0-8.2cm Weight Approx. 233g Capacity Approx. 120ml Material Ceramics 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 firing 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 differences] 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There may be some areas where the glaze is not applied. 〇Some items have noticeable dripping of glaze, as shown in the photo. 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 other Mino ware pottery 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 items to ceramics.