Each vessel is carefully shaped with a round, generous form and an ergonomic handle that cradles comfortably in both hands. The soft, pastel glazes naturally run down the creamy white base, creating unique, watercolor-like vertical streams. Reminiscent of gentle raindrops, morning dew, or softly shifting clouds, no two cups share the exact same pattern.
Based in Dachi-cho, Toki City, Gifu Prefecture—the heart of Mino ware—Shoto-En creates everyday tableware tailored to modern lifestyles, focusing mainly on handcrafted stoneware. By combining traditional techniques with their own refined artistic sensibility, they masterfully bring out the natural qualities of clay and glaze. Their versatile craftsmanship spans from traditional Japanese aesthetic styles to slipware, characterized by a soft, tactile warmth and rich texture.
Dimensions: Diameter 3.5 inches (9.0 cm excluding handle) / Height 2.6 inches (6.5 cm) /Weight 8.8 oz (250 g)
Note: Due to the artisanal hand-glazing process, each piece displays subtle variations in color, tone, and glaze flow, making every cup unique.