Japanese Mino Ware Ceramic Tokkuri Sake Bottle and 2 Ochoko Guinomi Sake Cups Set, Blue, Black and Gold pattern M4465658t (Blue, Black and Gold)

Minoware refers to the great tradition and classical style of Japanese pottery. With a long history dating back over 1300 years, it is both an art form and a functional craft that produces practical items for daily use. It was certified as a traditional craftwork by The Ministry of International Trade and Industry in 1978. Minoyaki is a broad term that encompasses several styles of pottery with diverse colors, finishes, and enamels. Some famous examples of Minoyaki are as follows: Hino-Yaki is rich black or brown, warm and earthy. Oribe-Yaki is fresh with dark greens and less constraints on the traditional design. Kiseto-Yaki is known for light yellow and intriguing washes of green paints. Setokuro is glossy and black, achieved with quick high temperature firings. The name Minoyaki itself references the Mino region where it originated, located in the present-day Gifu Prefecture with high concentrations of Minoyaki artisans in Toki City, Tajimi City, Mizunami City, Kani City. Today the Mino region still produces over 50% of the pottery made in Japan. In the rich and complex world of Japanese arts and aesthetics, Minoyaki is of great cultural value.

• SET INCLUDES : Beautifully colored 1 Tokkuri sake Bottle and 2 ochoko guinomi sake cups.
• Size: Sake bottle- 3.43 inches in diameter H4.96 inches, Full Capacity: 10.0 fl.oz., Weight: 8.0 oz.Sake cup- 2.24 inches in diameter H1.42 inches, Full Capacity: 1.69 fl.oz., Weight: 2.3 oz.
• Material: Porcelain. Lead free.
• Mino ware Made in Japan. Mino ware is popular all over the world. The gentle and atmospheric design that only Mino ware can offer will make your dining table more enjoyable.
• Dishwasher, microwave available, no direct fire or oven.