*The sales price has changed due to a price revision. (September 2025) Charming Tableware This blue-and-white teacup was designed by ceramic artist Shingo Oka. This free-spirited and dynamic design recreates the blue-and-white porcelain of "Early Imari," an early style of Arita ware. The slightly muted blue tones and fine iron speckles are also reminiscent of Early Imari. Each piece is unique, with variations in line shading and subtle smudges. Enjoy the texture that only hand-drawn artwork can offer. Blend into your daily life Pour a cup of warm tea and take a break. Add your favorite sweets and let your favorite tea time begin. Why not try adding vegetable sticks, such as cucumbers, carrots, or celery? Its nostalgic look will blend in naturally with your dining table. Size Diameter: Approx. 7.0cmHeight: Approx. 7.5-8.0cm Weight Approx. 159g Capacity Approx. 140ml (80% full) Material Porcelain MicrowaveDishwasher Microwave: YesDishwasher: Yes Direct FlameOven Direct Flame: NoOven × Maintenance recommendations from the pottery maker ・After using the dish, wash it as soon as possible and dry it thoroughly. Insufficient drying can lead to mold and odors. Product characteristics/Handling precautions ・Continued use in the dishwasher may cause the surface to peel. ・We recommend hand washing to ensure long-lasting use. ・As this is a handmade product, there will be individual differences in color, shape, size, thickness, etc. ・Pinholes may be visible, and the pattern and color may vary. ・Recommended for those who want to enjoy the warm texture that can only be achieved through handmade work, where each piece has its own unique character. ・Because it is not absorbent, it is resistant to stains, mold, and other dirt, making it easy to care for. ・You may find tiny black spots, paint spots, or pinholes that do not reach the base on the surface of the dish. - Crazing (cracks in the surface glaze) may occur during use, but this is not cracking 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 of pottery is created by features not found in mass-produced items, such as spots, fading, uneven glaze, shading, and shape variations. Handmade pottery is not perfectly uniform; each piece has slight variations in color, size, and shape, and there are no two pieces that are exactly the same. This is the charm of handmade pottery. These are also the unique characteristics of handmade pottery, so enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime encounter. [Individual Differences] Since each piece is handmade, there may be individual differences in shape, size, thickness, etc. [Painting] Since each piece is hand-painted, there may be individual differences in the pattern, design, and color shading. [Other Notes] 〇 Products that have passed inspection by the pottery manufacturer or artist are inspected again before being delivered to customers.■ For more information, please click here. Characteristics of Tableware and Things to Know When Purchasing About the Series This product is available in different patterns. ■You can also view our blue and white porcelain items here. Sometsuke Listing Page ■You can also view Arita ware here. Find your favorite! Arita ware Listing Page Arita ware This type of pottery is produced in the Arita area of Saga Prefecture. As Japan's first porcelain production center, it boasts a history of approximately 400 years. Characterized by colorful and intricate painting by artisans, it is one of Japan's proud traditional crafts.