Akari Sato Cup (S) B

Regular price: ¥4,950
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Sale price: ¥4,950

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Basic Specifications

Size: approx. φ80 x H68-71 mm
Full capacity: approx. 280cc

Material: Clay

Microwave: No
Dishwasher: No
Oven: No

Notes

*The white glaze marks on this piece are intentionally applied and are part of the artwork's unique characteristics. These are natural patterns that appear during the final firing process and are not defects or flaws. Please be aware of this beforehand.
*The texture of the glaze is Raku ware, creating a unique, translucent aesthetic. This was achieved through repeated trial and error to express the look of frosted windowpanes and snowy landscapes.
*Please note that some areas may appear to have flaked slip, scratches, or chips; please enjoy these as part of the artwork's unique character.
As each item is handmade, there may be individual differences in size, shape, and color, and the actual product may differ from the photographs.

Handling Precautions

[ How to Use ]
Mugs and Cups: As these items have been treated to repel water, there is no need for pre-conditioning; they can be used as is.
When serving hot food, we recommend filling the item with hot water first. When serving cold food, we recommend filling it with cold water first.
[ Care ]
You can wash them with a soft sponge and neutral detergent.
Storing them while still damp can lead to mold and odors.
[ When Storing ]
When storing in a cupboard for an extended period, please ensure they are thoroughly dry before putting them away.
[ If St Stained or Odorous ]
Tea stains and other marks may accumulate with use. While these will gradually blend into the vessel, if you are concerned about odors, soaking the item in baking soda water for half a day to a full day, then drying it, may help remove the odor.

Regarding gift wrapping

Gift wrapping is available for 390 yen (tax included) per item.
Please select "Would you like gift wrapping?" below the "Add to Cart" button on each product page.
If you have selected multiple items and would like each to be wrapped individually, please purchase the necessary number of gift wrappings.
If you would like items to be wrapped together, please specify this in the "Notes" section of your cart, and we will accommodate your request.

Delivery Information

Shipping Lead Times

Normally, your selected items will be shipped within 1 to 2 business days (excluding weekends and holidays).
In some cases, such as during busy periods or when extra care is needed for inspection and packaging, it may take a little longer. However, all orders will be dispatched within a maximum of 7 business days.

Should there be a delay beyond the usual timeframe, we will contact you via email in advance.
We will also send a shipping confirmation email with a tracking number as soon as your items have been dispatched.

*Please note that each separate order is shipped as a separate package.
Due to our system, we are unable to consolidate multiple orders after they have been placed. We appreciate your understanding.

Scheduled Delivery (Japan Domestic Only)

Please note: Date and time specification is available ONLY for shipping addresses within Japan.

For international orders, your items will be shipped as soon as they are ready, and we are unable to accept specific delivery date or time requests.

[For Domestic Shipping Within Japan]
For orders placed by 12:00 PM (JST) on business days, the order will be processed on the same day. You may select a delivery date starting from 3 days after your order date.
If you prefer the earliest possible delivery, please leave the date unspecified, and we will ship your items as soon as they are ready.

＜Available Time Slots for Domestic Shipping＞

You may choose from the following periods (all times in JST):

Morning, 14:00–16:00, 16:00–18:00, 18:00–20:00, 19:00–21:00

*Please note that time-specific delivery may not be available for certain remote islands or mountainous regions within Japan.
Additionally, for areas that require more days for delivery, we may not be able to meet your requested date. In such cases, we will contact you in advance.

*For large items such as furniture, scheduled delivery is not available as they require specialized shipping services. We appreciate your understanding.

*During peak seasons in Japan—such as the New Year holidays, Obon (mid-August), or seasonal gift-giving periods (Ochugen in July and Oseibo in December)—date and time specifications may be temporarily unavailable due to high courier volumes.

Artist / Akari Sato　Material / Clay　Region / Toki City, Gifu Prefecture

The patterns drawn on the sides are not predetermined designs, but rather created by the artist's hands moving as they felt comfortable at the time.
Freely drawn lines and expressions reminiscent of sumi-e (ink wash painting) with their blurred effects overlap to create unique expressions for each piece.

Though simple in form, it has a strangely captivating presence.
Each time you pick it up, your eyes linger on the depicted scene.

The raku ware glaze, uniquely blended by Sato, was created through trial and error, inspired by the sight of windowpanes frosting over and snowy landscapes.

For beverages like soup or coffee. It can also be used as a small bowl for breakfast yogurt or fruit. It is a vessel that can be enjoyed in various ways in daily life, such as holding pens or small items.

Akari Sato
Born in Sapporo, Hokkaido in 1981
After graduating university, worked as an assistant to a ceramic artist
2013 Graduated from Tajimi City Pottery Design and Technical Center, Department of Ceramics and Design
Currently producing pottery in Toki City, Gifu Prefecture

Selected for the 52nd Japan Craft Exhibition
2012 Selected for the Itami International Craft Exhibition
Awarded the Judge's Prize at the 10th International Ceramics Festival Mino