Quiet and grounded, this yunomi carries the warmth of earth and fire. Its soft white glaze, darkened rim, and natural Shigaraki clay body give it a presence that feels calm, collected, and deeply tactile in the hand.
Why This Piece Is Special
Soft Hagi-Iron Expression
The creamy white glaze breaks gently at the rim, revealing warm iron-toned accents and subtle variation that give the cup depth and character.
Shigaraki Clay Presence
Made in Shigaraki ware, the piece carries the quiet strength of coarse clay and a naturally grounded foot, adding warmth and authenticity to its form.
Balanced Everyday Form
Its rounded silhouette fits comfortably in the hand, making it especially suited for daily tea rituals and slow moments.
Individually Handmade
Each cup is shaped and glazed by hand, so no two pieces will ever have exactly the same glaze flow, speckling, or rim finish.
Craft Story
Shigaraki is one of Japan’s six ancient kiln traditions, celebrated for its rich clay, natural texture, and understated beauty. This yunomi reflects that long ceramic heritage while drawing on a Hagi-inspired iron glaze expression—soft, quiet, and deeply organic. Rather than aiming for uniform perfection, pieces like this are valued for their variation, touch, and the atmosphere they bring to everyday use.
Product Details
Material: Ceramic
Style / Kiln: Shigaraki ware, Hagi iron style
Origin: Japan
Dimensions: Approx. 8 × 8 × 8.5 cm / 3.15 × 3.15 × 3.35 in
Handmade Disclaimer
Because this piece is handmade in Japan, slight variations in shape, glaze tone, rim color, and surface texture are natural and part of its charm.
This is a handmade Japanese ceramic yunomi cup made in Shigaraki ware. It features a soft white Hagi iron style glaze, a naturally darkened rim, and subtle variation from hand glazing and kiln firing. Each piece is unique in surface, tone, and finish.
Best Uses
Ideal for green tea, hojicha, genmaicha, and other everyday tea rituals. Also beautiful for serving small pours of sake or displaying as part of a curated Japanese ceramic collection.
FAQ
Is this cup handmade?
Yes. Each yunomi is individually handmade in Japan, so small differences in glaze, tone, and shape are to be expected.
What makes Shigaraki ware special?
Shigaraki ware is one of Japan’s oldest kiln traditions, known for its earthy clay, natural texture, and quiet, rustic elegance.
Is every cup exactly the same?
No. Handmade ceramics always vary slightly, especially in glaze flow, rim coloration, and surface detail.
What is this cup best used for?
It is ideal for everyday tea drinking, especially Japanese teas, and also works beautifully as a collectible cup for display.
