Ichikyu Mino Yaki Fine Ten Grass Japanese Teacup - 140ml

Ichikyu Mino Yaki Fine Ten Grass Japanese Teacup - 140ml

This traditional Japanese teacup (yunomi) features the classic "Fine Ten Grass" (Tokusa) pattern, characterised by delicate, hand-painted vertical blue lines radiating upwards on a white ceramic base. The slightly irregular shape and texture speak to its handcrafted Mino ware origins, offering a simple yet elegant vessel for enjoying Japanese tea.

Crafted in Gifu Prefecture, the heart of Mino ware production, this teacup combines authentic Japanese aesthetics with modern practicality.

What's Included

• 1 x Ichikyu Mino Yaki Fine Ten Grass Japanese Teacup - 140ml

Key Features

• Classic Tokusa Pattern: Features fine, hand-painted vertical blue lines symbolising bundled grass, a traditional Japanese motif.
• Authentic Mino Ware: Expertly crafted from high-quality porcelain in the Gifu Prefecture of Japan, known for its rich pottery tradition.
• Handcrafted Charm: Exhibits subtle variations in shape and pattern inherent to artisanal pottery.
• Traditional Yunomi Shape: Ideal for enjoying Japanese green tea or other infusions.
• Practical for Daily Use: The teacup is both dishwasher and microwave safe for convenience.
• Gift Boxed: Comes packaged in a product box, suitable for gifting.

Care Instructions

• Dishwasher and microwave safe.
• Can be stored in the refrigerator.
• Not suitable for use in an oven or on direct heat.
• Avoid using harsh detergents or abrasive scrubbers.
• As this is artisanal pottery, please expect minor imperfections and slight variations in colour, glaze, and shape.

About Ichikyu

The Ichikyu ceramic factory in Toki City, Gifu Prefecture, is known for producing high-quality Mino ware. Their products are typically handmade and painted with artistic colours and shapes, embodying the rich tradition of Japanese pottery.

About Mino Ware

Mino ware (Mino-yaki) is a style of Japanese pottery produced in the Gifu Prefecture, Japan's largest pottery-producing region. Its history is over 1300 years old, and its adaptable designs have evolved to suit changing lifestyles, making it the most popular style of pottery in Japan today.

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