Small Donburi Bowl Karatsu Tokusa 13.5cm/5.3in | Mino Ware
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An appearance that gives you a sense of the warmth of the earth
It's a small bowl with a somewhat nostalgic atmosphere. 
The traditional Tokusa pattern that has been popular in Japan since ancient times. Each line is carefully drawn, giving it a tasteful look. 
When you touch it, you can feel the slightly rough texture of the clay. It has a rustic texture that gives you a Japanese feel, and blends seamlessly into your dining table.
When you want to eat something
Add minced chicken and fried egg to rice for a quick, small bowl lunch. Just the right size when you want to have a light meal. 
It is also useful for serving side dishes for one person, such as vegetable salad. It looks delicious even with other simmered dishes such as meat and potatoes! You'll love that it can be used for a variety of purposes, both as a small rice bowl and a side dish bowl. 
| Size | Diameter approx. 13.7cm Height approx. 7.3cm |
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| Weight | Approx. 370g | ||
| Material | Ceramics | Microwave Dishwasher |
Microwave × Dishwasher × |
| Open fire Oven |
Open fire × Oven × |
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| Recommended maintenance by the pottery | ・After using the pottery, wash it as soon as possible and dry it thoroughly. Insufficient drying may cause mold and odors. |
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| Product characteristics/ Handling precautions |
・As it is handmade, there may be individual differences in color, shape, size, thickness, etc. ・There may be pinholes, and there may be differences in the pattern, color, etc. ・Penetration (cracks in the surface glaze) may occur during the firing process, but this is not a crack or damage. Therefore, there is no problem in using it. ・Prices may be reviewed or revised depending on the artist or pottery. |
Things you should know before purchasing
What creates the expression of a pottery are spots, scratches, unevenness in the glaze, shading, and bending of the shape that cannot be seen in mass-produced products.
The charm of handmade pottery is that it may have pinholes, intrusions, distortions, etc., and is not perfectly arranged, but each one is slightly different in color, size, and shape, and no two are exactly the same. Please enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime encounter as these are the unique characteristics of handmade pottery. [Individual differences] 
Because each piece is handmade, there are individual differences in shape, size, and thickness. [Uneven color/uneven baking] 
Because the glaze is applied by hand, it may not be applied evenly, resulting in uneven coloring. During firing, the temperature varies depending on the location of the kiln, resulting in uneven firing. [Other notes]
〇Products that have passed inspection by the pottery and artist are inspected again and delivered to the customer.
■For more information, please see here. Characteristics of items and things you should understand when purchasing
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Mino ware
Pottery produced in the Tono region of Gifu Prefecture (Tajimi City, Toki City, Kani City, Toki District), which is the largest pottery industry in Japan. It is a collection of kilns with different areas of expertise, and is characterized by a wide variety of products, from everyday items to ceramics.
Kiln owner's recommendation for maintenance
-After use, wash the pot as soon as possible, dry it thoroughly, and store it in a dry place. Insufficient drying may cause mold and odor.
Product Characteristics/Handling Precautions
-There may be tiny holes. Patterns, and colors may vary.
-The surface of the items may have very small "black spots" or "paint splashes" or "pinholes that do not reach the base of the items.
-This product is recommended for those who want to enjoy the warm texture of handmade products with a different look and feel for each piece.
-The surface of the glaze may be cracked during use, but this is not a crack or breakage and will not interfere with its use.
-Prices are subject to review and revision by artists and potters.
What you need to know before purchasing
-The charm of handmade items lies in the fact that no two items are exactly alike, with tiny holes, cracked patterns, distortions, and the like, and that the colors, size, and shape of each piece vary slightly from one to another..
-The coloring, size, and shape of each piece is slightly different, and the charm of handmade items lies in the fact that they are not exactly the same.
-The finish is relatively uniform, but because it is handmade, there are individual differences in shape, size, color, and so on.