The gentle vertical glaze runs evoke the image of soft raindrops cascading down a window or morning dew on stone. Formed with a wide, rounded silhouette and a sturdy, comfortable handle, it cradles nicely in both hands, making every sip feel warm and grounding.
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 4.0 inches (10.0 cm excluding handle) / Height 2.6 inches (6.5 cm) /Weight 3.5 oz (200 g)