{"product_id":"yunomi-tea-cup-set-bizen-ware-hand-carved-stoneware-60ml","title":"Yunomi Teacup Set, Bizen-Yaki Hand Carved Stoneware, Pair - Konishi Toko - 60ml","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"318\"\u003eThis pair of Bizen-ware yunomi teacups was crafted at the Konishi Toko Kiln, a family kiln closely associated with the Konishi Tozo lineage and operating within the Bizen tradition. Fired using traditional wood-kiln methods, these cups embody the quiet strength and natural beauty for which Bizen ceramics are revered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"794\"\u003eThe surface features hand-carved dragon motifs, emerging organically from the clay rather than sitting on top of it. The dragons are surrounded by flowing, cloud-like forms, suggesting movement and energy while remaining understated and tactile. During firing, ash, flame, and heat interact with the carved surface to produce natural variations in tone with deep charcoal, warm brown, and subtle ash highlights making each cup visually distinct while clearly belonging as a pair.\u003cimg\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"1140\"\u003eAs is characteristic of Bizen ware, these yunomi are unglazed, relying instead on the firing process to create depth and texture. The clay body feels dense and grounding in the hand, with a slightly rough exterior that contrasts with the smoother interior. Over time and use, the surface will continue to develop character, especially with tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1418\"\u003eThis is a matched pair, ideal for shared tea sessions or as a refined addition to a serious teaware collection. Pieces featuring figurative carving—particularly dragons—are less common in Bizen ware and are typically reserved for special works rather than everyday production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003eSize: 60 ml\u003cbr data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003eOrigin: Okayama Prefecture, Japan\u003cbr data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003eKiln: Konishi Toko Kiln\u003cbr data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003eCraft: Bizen-yaki\u003cbr data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003eForm: Yunomi teacups (pair)\u003cbr data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003eFinish: Unglazed, wood-fired\u003cbr data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003eDecoration: Hand-carved dragon and cloud motifs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1837\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Artisanal Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44704929644659,"sku":null,"price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/2286\/4755\/files\/JapaneseYunomiTeaCupSetBizenWareHandCarvedStonewareTeacups60ml_4.png?v=1776147795","url":"https:\/\/artisanaljapan.com\/products\/yunomi-tea-cup-set-bizen-ware-hand-carved-stoneware-60ml","provider":"Artisanal Japan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}