Sometsuke pottery

Bringing the timeless charm of "Ko-Imari" to modern dining tables. This soba choko is a "Ko-Imari utsushi" (reproduction of Ko-Imari) created by Risogama, a leading Arita ware kiln, faithfully reproducing existing antique pieces while adapting them to contemporary lifestyles.

The Charm of Old Hizen Porcelain in the Palm of Your Hand

Adorning the surface of the vessel is the traditional Ko-Imari design, "Sansui Kaya-mon" (mountain, water, and house motif). A house quietly nestled in a serene landscape of mountains and water is expertly depicted using only the shades and depths of gosun (indigo blue). The "Shiho Tasuki-mon" (four-directional sash pattern) on the rim sharpens the overall impression, and if you turn the vessel over, the "Janome Kodai" (snake-eye foot), a delight for antique lovers, peeks out. Every detail is meticulously crafted, imbued with the unique ambiance of an antique.

"Large Size" Offers Versatile Use

Another great appeal of this vessel is its "large size" (220ml when full), making it slightly more generous than a typical soba choko. While it's perfect for soba dipping sauce, we especially recommend using it as a "mitate" (multi-purpose) vessel.

• As a tea or coffee cup: Its comfortable shape fits perfectly in your hand, ideal for after-meal coffee or warm tea.
• As a unique sake cup: It's just the right size for enjoying shochu on the rocks with ice or for savoring sake.
• As a side dish or dessert bowl: It looks great on the table as a small bowl for spinach ohitashi, hiyayakko, or even ice cream or shiratamaya zenzai.

Robust Practicality for Modern Living

While it has the appearance of a dignified antique, it is, in fact, modern Arita ware. It's safe for use in microwaves and dishwashers, allowing you to appreciate its "beauty of utility" in your daily meals without worry.

Many customers collect Risogama's soba choko series, gathering different patterns little by little. Why not welcome a piece that elevates your everyday moments with a touch of historical romance?

Hand-drawn beauty spreading across your table. The aesthetic form of a "sugegasa" gently cradles your dishes.

This mukozuke (small-sized bowl) from "Korin Kiln," inheriting the tradition of Hasami ware from Nagasaki Prefecture, features a unique and elegant form reminiscent of a sugegasa (traditional Japanese straw hat). The "inner and outer net" pattern, drawn seamlessly from the inside to the outside of the bowl, is entirely hand-painted by skilled artisans. The endlessly smooth and gently spreading lines elevate everyday dishes to a special meal. Despite its beautiful appearance, it boasts a surprisingly light weight of 200g when held. It is an irreplaceable piece that brings sophisticated comfort and the warmth of craftsmanship to your daily dining scene.

The warmth of hand-drawing felt at your fingertips, and the comfortable lightness of a surprising 200g.

When gently cupped in both hands, the smooth texture characteristic of high-quality porcelain, along with the subtle relief of the hand-painted net pattern, feels pleasantly familiar to the fingertips. With a substantial presence of 16cm in width and 6.5cm in height, it weighs a mere 200g. This exquisite lightness, easily lifted with one hand, makes everyday dining tasks, from serving to tidying up, incredibly smooth.

The "sugegasa" form elegantly enhances both Japanese and Western cuisine.

The original shape, gently widening towards the rim like an inverted sugegasa, is truly a beautiful frame designed to showcase your dishes. Its ample depth securely holds fresh aemono (dressed dishes) and salads with dressing. If you serve sashimi on a bed of ice, the indigo net pattern enhances the vivid colors of the fish, instantly transforming your everyday table into a quaint small restaurant-like scene.

The fusion of Hasami ware tradition and functionality perfected for daily use.

With over 400 years of history, Hasami ware has evolved as "everyday tableware" that closely accompanies people's lives. This piece from Korin Kiln, inheriting that spirit, embodies the beauty of craftsmanship while offering practical features essential for modern lifestyles, such as microwave, dishwasher, and even freezer compatibility. Its sugegasa-like expanding shape allows for beautiful and space-saving stacking in the cupboard, realizing stress-free daily use.

This masterpiece perfectly harmonizes the reliable techniques of historic Hasami ware with functionality that fits modern dining. The warm, hand-drawn net pattern and the meticulously designed sugegasa form enrich daily meals. From special hospitality for guests to an accompaniment for everyday drinks, it will become a dependable presence that you'll find yourself reaching for repeatedly and cherishing for a long time. It is a piece of assured quality that also makes a delightful gift.

Recommended for:

• Those who wish to elegantly and beautifully serve sashimi, aemono, salads, etc., as if in a fine restaurant.
• Those attracted to hand-painted sometsuke (blue and white porcelain) ware that combines warmth and precision.
• Those looking for beautiful Japanese tableware that is easy to care for and practical, such as being microwave and dishwasher safe.
• Those who want to acquire light, easy-to-hold medium bowls that can be stacked in a cupboard.