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Sato Akari Marbled Hakuji Teacup

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¥5,500
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Basic Specifications

Size: Approximately φ55 x H57 mm
Material: Porcelain
Microwave: △
Dishwasher: △
Oven: ×
While microwave and dishwasher use is possible, we do not highly recommend it as it may cause chipping or damage. Please note that it is not suitable for oven use.

Notes

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Handling Precautions

[Before First Use]
For unglazed white porcelain, briefly rinsing it with water before use can help prevent food stains.

[Compatibility with Food and Tea]
It can be used without concern for typical stir-fried dishes. However, please be careful when using highly colored foods such as curry, as there is a risk of color transfer. Katakuchi bowls and tea cups also pair very well with Chinese tea.

[Daily Care and When Stained]
If tea stains or dirt become noticeable, soaking the item in an oxygen-based bleach solution for about 30 minutes is effective. Covering larger surfaces with a kitchen paper soaked in bleach is also recommended. (Oxygen-based bleach tends to clean better than chlorine-based bleach.)

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: White porcelain / Region: Toki City, Gifu Prefecture

Nerikomi is a technique created by layering various clays.The vessels, which show a different expression each time they come out of the kiln, are each unique.Ceramic artist Akari Sato continues to create her works daily, looking forward to these once-in-a-lifetime encounters.

This work, by daring to finish the nerikomi technique with white porcelain, creates a clearer impression.It has a dignified and elegant appearance.

The soft, wood-grain-like pattern changes its expression depending on the light, showing a new scene each time you glance at it.

This teacup, which fits perfectly in the palm of your hand, is shaped to accompany your time enjoying Chinese or Japanese tea. It also suits well for pouring tea from a katakuchi (spouted bowl) and slowly savoring the moment. When tea is poured, the white interior beautifully shines, allowing you to enjoy the color of the tea along with the expression of the nerikomi pattern.

"I hope you find it beautiful to look at."This work embodies such feelings from Ms. Sato.


Akari Sato
Born in Sapporo, Hokkaido in 1981
After graduating from university, worked as an assistant to a ceramic artist.
Graduated from Tajimi City Pottery Design and Technical Center, Ceramic Science and Art Course in 2013.
Currently creating pottery in Toki City, Gifu Prefecture.

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

Sato Akari Marbled Hakuji Teacup
Sato Akari Marbled Hakuji Teacup
Sato Akari Marbled Hakuji Teacup