Japanese Green Tea

Arabesque Arita Yaki Yunomi Hand crafted teacup; pair; 120 cc. each Made at Masakuni Pottery KARAKUSA, which is painted on the bottom inside of these Yunomi, means an arabesque design. In Japan, KARAKUSA is thought to bring prosperity and welfare and is of good omen, a symbol of good luck. These Yunomi seemingly look simple with a traditional design. However it is a complex technique requiring advanced skills to paint this type of arabesque design. And it is both sophisticated and imaginative to create an eye-catching pattern on the bottom inside of the Yunomi, which one can appreciate while enjoying their tea. And the shape of these Yunomi, too seemingly looks simple and traditional. However they are more narrow than usual, which plays a part in bringing a unique atmosphere to the table. To enjoy different kinds of excellent Japanese tea, it is better for the teacup to be thin and the color on the inside to be white. Tea in a thin ceramic teacup is known to have a better flavor, and the green color of tea looks especially lovely against a white background. Also against a white background, you can appreciate the different colors of Sencha and Gyokuro. You will certainly look forward to drinking tea with these Yunomi, which combine a traditional and sophisticated design and bring a soft and bright atmosphere to your table. Specially packaged in a wooden box. Lead-free. Made in Japan. Free shipping on all tea ware items! (Arita Yaki) Arita Yaki is also known as Imari Yaki. It is fine porcelain produced in Arita, located in Saga prefecture. The features of Arita Yaki is typified by gorgeous blue and white porcelain and multicolored overglaze painting. Since the porcelain process first arrived in the Arita region in the beginning of the 17th century, Arita Yaki was the only porcelain in Japan until the 19th century. And from then on, Arita has remained the largest manufacturer of porcelain in Japan. From the end of the 17th to the 18th century, Arita Yaki was very popular in Europe and was extensively exported there. Therefore Arita Yaki brought forth enormous important cultural assets and various techniques of dyeing and painting together with Kyo Yaki. Both Arita Yaki and Kyo Yaki are called the most traditional and sophisticated pottery and porcelain in Japan and are known for their high quality and attention to detail. (Directions) - It is best to wash this item using only tepid water or mild chlorine-free dish washing detergent. - If necessary, you may occasionally use a chlorine detergent. - Do not sterilize by boiling, in a dish washing machine, or in kitchen microwave.