Kutani Ware Hot Water Cup Ginsai AK3-0642

Size: Diameter 7.5cm x Height 8.2cm [Gift BOX specifications: Comes in a special presentation box] Introduction to Kutani ware techniques: Ginsai A supreme color that cannot be expressed in words. The design is made of transparent glaze or five-colored glaze applied over silver foil. It is characterized by its subdued brilliance, gentle shine, and glass-like texture. Contrary to its gorgeous appearance, which requires firing it in the kiln more times than usual, it is a rather elaborate method. *Accurately, it is not silver leaf. This is a very luxurious technique in which the thickness of silver leaf is approximately 7 times that of silver leaf, as it would melt if it was too thin. Country of origin: Japan (Ishikawa prefecture), material: Ceramic (Kutani ware) Kutani ware is highly regarded around the world as one of Japan's three major colored porcelains, and as Japan's representative traditional craft, ``Japan Kutani.'' For gifts: Recommended for Mother's Day, Father's Day, Respect for the Aged Day, retirement celebration, 60th birthday celebration, old age celebration, Kishou celebration, umbrella life celebration, rice life celebration, present, gift, etc.! ≪Kutani ware≫ Traditional beauty of Kaga Hyakumangoku Kaga Hyakumangoku is a type of pottery with an extravagant and elegant style that is unrivaled by other pottery. Today, 360 years have passed since the kiln was opened, and the techniques have been passed down from generation to generation and are highly acclaimed around the world. Product SPEC ■Size: Diameter 7.5cm x Height 8.2cm ■Country of manufacture: Made in Japan (Kutani ware) ■Material: Ceramic ■Dishwasher: Not usable (color will fade if washed in the dishwasher repeatedly) ■Microwave : Cannot be used as it uses silver foil ■Introduction to Kutani ware techniques: Ginsai A supreme color that cannot be expressed in words. The design is made of transparent glaze or five-colored glaze applied over silver foil. It is characterized by its subdued brilliance, gentle shine, and glass-like texture. Contrary to its gorgeous appearance, which requires firing it in the kiln more times than usual, it is a rather elaborate method. *Accurately, it is not silver leaf. This is a very luxurious technique in which the thickness of silver leaf is approximately 7 times that of silver leaf, as it would melt if it was too thin.