Arita ware, underglaze blue, sansui kaoku-mon (landscape and house pattern) soba choko (large) 220ml

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?