tomaru Donburi Bowl Square | Shigaraki Ware
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Careful handwork
This rice bowl has an eye-catching design with a loosely drawn square pattern. 
The soft white color has a tasteful appearance, with lines that appear to blur gradually. You can enjoy the contrast in texture—a rough exterior and a smooth interior.Its rustic finish evokes a traditional Japanese feel, blending seamlessly into any dining setting. 
A Perfect Fit for Big Appetites
It's the perfect size for enjoying a hearty serving of oyakodon or a Chinese-style rice bowl.With its deep shape, it’s also ideal for ramen and udon.
It would be great for serving juicy dishes such as braised pork or meat and potatoes.These bowls are also stackable, making them convenient to have on hand for both family meals and guests.
| Size | Diameter approx. 15.7-16.3cm Height approx. 8.2-8.5cm |
|---|---|
| Weight | Approx. 425g |
| Material | Ceramics |
| Microwave oven Dishwasher |
Microwave oven ○ (warming level) Dishwasher ○ You can use it, but please set it so that the water pressure does not hit the plates. |
| Direct fire Oven |
Open fire × Oven × ・When you use it, it becomes difficult to get stains and dirt. ・After using the container, wash it as soon as possible, dry it thoroughly, and store it in a dry place. Insufficient drying may cause mold and odors. ・For stains such as tea stains, please use commercially available bleach and rinse thoroughly. |
| Product characteristics/ Handling precautions |
・As it is handmade, there may be individual differences in color, shape, size, thickness, etc. ・There may be pinholes, and the pattern and color may differ. ・Recommended for those who want to enjoy the warm texture that is unique to handmade products, each with a different look. ・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 item is handmade, there may be individual differences in shape, size, thickness, etc. [Uneven color/uneven baking] 
The glaze is carefully applied by hand, so the glaze may not be applied evenly. During firing, the temperature varies depending on the location of the kiln, resulting in uneven firing. [Other notes] 
〇Some items have dents.
〇Because it is handwritten, some lines may be crooked.
〇Some items have black spots or black marks.
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
About series development
This product has different patterns. 
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Shigaraki ware
This ceramic is produced around Shigaraki-cho, Koka City, Shiga Prefecture, and is one of the six oldest kilns in Japan. The rustic texture of the earth is appealing, making full use of the richness of nature. Because they use strong china clay, they are good at making large pottery like raccoon dog ornaments.
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.