Made using traditional Shino pottery techniques, each piece in individually hand crafted. Artisans utilise mountain soil, river water, and natural materials as the base of these unique ceramics. Enjoy your morning brew or afternoon tea in this beautifully made tea cup.
Details
W 6cm x H 8cm
160ml Capacity
Craft
Japanese Shino pottery, originated in the Mino Province, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. Each piece is hand crafted using traditional pottery wheel techniques. Finished with a white glaze with bursts of red and orange.
Origin
Gifu Prefecture, Japan
Gifu is a city in central Japan. Gifu Castle overlooks the city from atop Mt. Kinka. A cable car connects the castle to Gifu Park at the foot of the mountain. Within the park, the Nawa Insect Museum displays thousands of butterflies and beetles. Kawaramachi Street is lined with traditional wood-latticed craft shops.