Sometsuke Kikyo Gourd-Shaped Small Bowl with Rim Rust and Interior Stripes, 7cm

This is the "Fuchi Sabi Mikomi Suji Kikyo Gourd-shaped Small Bowl" from Korin Kiln, meticulously crafted in Hasami Town, Nagasaki Prefecture.

Though a petite 6.8cm, fitting in the palm of your hand, its overwhelming beauty and presence make it a charming masterpiece. The delicate brush-painted sometsuke lines on the inside of the bowl and the "sabi-maki" technique that tightens the rim create a dignified and elegant overall impression.

The design, combining a gourd-shaped waist reminiscent of a gourd and a "kikyo-buchi" rim that waves like flower petals, is not just beautiful. It’s easy to hold and fits smoothly in your hand, and it offers excellent stability when stacked, perfectly embodying the "beauty of use" (functional beauty) unique to Hasami ware.

Although it appears thin and delicate at first glance, the kikyo-buchi rim is finished robustly, making it not only suitable for everyday home use but also confidently recommended for professional use in restaurants where tough usage is required.

With a substantial depth of 5cm, it is ideal for elegantly serving vinegared dishes with liquid, rare delicacies, small appetizers, or accompaniments for drinks. Just a small serving of your usual meal in this small bowl will elevate your dining table to a higher level, like a fine Japanese restaurant.