Eye-catching silhouette A personal serving plate that adds a unique accent to your dining table with its distinctive shape. Images are for illustrative purposes only. The gourd shape, which spreads out toward the end, has long been cherished as an auspicious motif in Japanese culture.The charming circular patterns, reminiscent of traditional hand balls (temari), serve as a delightful design point.Its uniquely playful shape brings a rich vibrancy to your dining table. For everyday dining and special occasions Ideal for serving individual portions of osechi (New Year's dishes) from jubako boxes or simmered dishes.The size is perfect when used as a side plate or for serving individual portions. The auspicious design makes it particularly suitable for New Year celebrations and longevity celebrations.Being stackable, you might consider getting multiple pieces for family members and guests. Size Diameter approx. 16.0×15.8cmHeight approx. 2.7cm Weight Approx. 287g Material Porcelain MicrowaveDishwasher Microwave ×Dishwasher × Direct heatOven Direct heat ×Oven × Recommended maintenance by the pottery ・After using the pottery, wash it as soon as possible, dry it thoroughly, and store it in a dry place. 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, color, etc. may differ. ・Recommended for those who want to enjoy the warm texture that is unique to handmade products, each with a different look. ・Small iron powder or paint chips may be seen on the surface of the pottery, but it has passed the manufacturer's inspection standards, and we only handle products that will not cause any problems in use. Thank you for your understanding. ・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] As each piece is carefully painted by hand, there may be slight differences in the pattern. [Uneven color/uneven baking] The way the glaze is applied and the thickness of the lines may not be uniform. [Other notes] 〇Products that have passed inspection by the pottery and artist are inspected again and delivered to the customer. About series development ■Others, list page. Rinkurou kiln list page ■You can also view Hasami ware here. Please find your favorite. Hasami ware list page Rinkurou Kiln This kiln was built in Hasami in 1983. Rinkurou continues to create "Sometsuke" with a deep flavor that you will never get tired of, the gorgeous "Old Imari style", and "Somenishiki" with an exquisite balance of "Sometsuke" and red glaze, using Rinkurou's unique sensitivity. This tableware has a traditional classic pattern with a slightly modern twist, and will enrich your table coordination. Hasami ware Pottery originated in Hasami Town, Nagasaki Prefecture, with a history of about 400 years. Many of the items are made of durable porcelain, and are perfect for everyday use and can be enjoyed every day without hesitation.