Kyo-yaki, Kiyomizu-yaki, Shoho-gama, Large Teacup (Wooden Box), Kochi Lovebird Design, USK843-01

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● Kiyomizu ware is one of Kyoto's most representative traditional crafts. It originally referred to pottery produced at potteries along Kiyomizuzaka, leading to Kiyomizu-dera Temple. ● This teacup features a soft, gentle design featuring a pale purple Kochi (a type of Japanese porcelain) and a lovey-dovey lovebird. ● A wonderful wedding keepsake or longevity gift. ● The name Kochi is said to derive from the colored glaze porcelain produced in southern China, which was imported by Kochi ships. ● Characterized by vibrant colors and intricate patterns, these elaborate vessels are crafted using a technique called "itchin," in which white clay is poured into a tube with a nozzle and squeezed out to create a pattern. Each piece is then hand-painted, creating a unique design. ● Because each piece is handmade and hand-painted, the shape, color, and pattern may vary slightly. Size: Approx. 7cm diameter x 8.5cm height Weight: Approx. 180g Material: Porcelain Country of Origin: Japan