{"product_id":"4698","title":"Sojiro Kiln Yunomi Japanese Teacup - Sometsuke Cherry Blossoms, Arita Ware","description":"\u003cp\u003eA yunomi of graceful form, traced in smooth curves by a Contemporary Master Craftsman who has received the Medal with Yellow Ribbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGentle on the Lips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe rim curves ever so slightly outwards, making the cup pleasant to drink from.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrown Cherry Blossoms in Bloom\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn lustrous white porcelain, splendid crown cherry blossoms bloom in abundance — one of the most popular designs at Sojiro Kiln. The blossoms seem to rise from the surface, creating a dreamlike atmosphere.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Beauty of Japan as a Gift\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA fine piece that captures the beauty of Japan, it is sure to be welcomed as a gift for someone dear to you, whether at home or abroad.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Arita Ware\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eArita ware is the origin of Japanese porcelain. In 1616, under the rule of the Saga domain lord Naoshige Nabeshima, pottery stone was found in what is now Saga Prefecture and production began. Because the wares were made in Arita and shipped from the port of Imari, they are also known as Imari ware. Carried to Europe by the Dutch East India Company — the only trading partner permitted during Japan’s period of national seclusion — the porcelain was called “white gold” and furnished the courts of royalty and nobility.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Is a Yunomi?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA \u003cem\u003eyunomi\u003c\/em\u003e is the everyday Japanese teacup — a small cup without a handle, held in both hands. It is used for green tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSakura\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe cherry blossom is Japan’s flower. For centuries, to say \u003cem\u003ehana\u003c\/em\u003e — flower — was to mean sakura. Its language of flowers is “beauty of the heart,” and its brief season is why it stands for a moment held precious.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy a Paulownia Box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaulownia wood is light, resists moisture and insects, and moves with changes in humidity — which is why it has been used in Japan for centuries to store what is valuable. A piece delivered in a paulownia box arrives ready to give, and the box itself is part of the gift.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents and Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYunomi × 1, booklet, paulownia box.\u003cbr\u003eMouth diameter: approx. 7.7cm Height: approx. 9.2cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs each piece is handmade, slight variations in size may occur.\u003c\/em\u003e","brand":"Sojiro Kiln","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54711587995923,"sku":"4573593923309","price":20700.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0797\/4227\/1763\/files\/4698_01_800.jpg?v=1789453808","url":"https:\/\/www.jtopia.com\/products\/4698","provider":"JTOPIA global","version":"1.0","type":"link"}