Formed from Japanese pottery and finished with a hand-applied glaze, this cup brings the quiet quality of Japanese ceramic craft to a daily ritual. The form is considered — the lip finished so the glaze sits smooth, the base weighted to sit firmly on any surface. Naoko Yamamoto works in Shiga, Japan, forming and glazing each cup by hand. The lip is shaped individually, the surface finished with the drinker in mind — a cup built for daily use and made to last. Japanese ceramics have been treasured across the world for generations, and a piece like this brings that living tradition to your own table. Formed and finished by hand. The glaze settles differently on every piece, so no two are alike. Yours will differ a little from the one photographed — that is the hand of the maker. Material: Pottery (ceramic) Made in Shiga, Japan Artisan: Naoko Yamamoto Size: 8.4 × 8 cm (3.3 × 3.1 in) Because each piece is individually made, slight variations in form and glaze are the mark of a true handmade object.