An Appearance That Evokes the Warmth of the Earth This small bowl has a nostalgic, time-honored feel. The traditional tokusa pattern, long cherished in Japan, is carefully hand-painted line by line, creating a rich and tasteful expression. The traditional tokusa pattern, long cherished in Japan, is carefully hand-painted line by line, creating a rich and tasteful expression. Perfect for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Lightly dressed cucumbers with pickled plums make a quick and delicious side dish. The bowl is deep enough to sit comfortably in your hand and can also be used as a rice bowl—try topping freshly cooked rice with mentaiko. It’s equally suited for serving juicy fried tofu or refreshing nanbanzuke (lightly pickled vegetables). Stackable for easy storage, it’s ideal to keep several on hand for family meals or entertaining guests. Size Diameter: Approx. 10.8-11.0cmHeight: Approx. 6.4-6.6cm Weight Approx. 222g Material Ceramics MicrowaveDishwasher Microwave: NoDishwasher: No Direct FlameOven Direct Flame: NoOven: No Recommended Maintenance from the Pottery Maker - After use, wash and dry the dish thoroughly as soon as possible. Insufficient drying can lead to mold and odor. Product Characteristics/Handling Precautions ・Because each piece is handmade, there will be individual differences in color, shape, size, and thickness. ・Pinholes may be present, and the pattern and color may vary. ・Cracks in the surface glaze may appear during use. This is not a crack or damage and does not affect use. ・Prices may be revised or adjusted by the artist or kiln. Things to Know Before Purchasing The unique character of each piece is created by spots, fading, uneven glaze, shading, and shape variations not found in mass-produced items. The charm of handmade tableware lies in the fact that each piece has slight variations in color, size, and shape, and there are no two pieces that are exactly the same, including pinholes, crazing, and distortion. These are just some of the unique characteristics of handmade pottery, so enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime encounter. [Individual Differences] Because each piece is handmade, there will be individual differences in shape, size, and thickness. [Color Variations/Firing Variations] Since the glaze is applied by hand, it may not be evenly applied, resulting in uneven color. The firing temperature also varies depending on the firing location in the kiln, resulting in uneven firing. [Other Notes] Once products have passed inspection by the kiln or artist, they are inspected again before being delivered to customers. ■For more information, please click here. Characteristics of Utsuwa and Things to Know When Purchasing Other Series Available ■You can also view Mino ware tableware here. We hope you find your favorite. Mino Ware List Page Mino Ware Pottery produced in the Tono region of Gifu Prefecture (Tajimi City, Toki City, Kani City, and Toki County), Japan's leading kiln-producing region. This region is home to kilns specializing in a wide variety of pottery, from everyday tableware to ceramic art.
