Mino Ware - Five Cats Sometsuke Mame-Bachi Gift Set

🌸 Japan's Premier Ceramic Producer Exquisite Tableware—Mino Ware 🏮 Mino ware is among Japan's oldest regional kiln traditions, with a history of tableware production dating back to the 14th century. Today, approximately 60% of Japan's domestic ceramic tableware originates from Mino, making it the nation's top producer. Renowned for its pure colors, fine texture, and smooth glaze, Mino ware is highly regarded as premium tableware in Japan. In 1988, it was designated a National Traditional Craft. 🐱 This is a gift set of five charming cats presented in small bowls, known as *mame-bachi*. *Mame-bachi* are smaller and shallower than regular rice bowls, serving not only as tableware but also as decorative pieces or small bowls for tea. The five cats featured are: 1. Nora (野良): In Japanese, *nora* means stray cat. 2. Mike (三色): Calico cat. 3. Hachiware (黒白): Black and white cat with a distinctive split marking. 4. Scottish (蘇格蘭摺耳): Scottish Fold cat. 5. Dora (銅鑼): In Japanese, *dora* can imply a "money-burning" or extravagant cat. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53268073418_25e0ccf136_w.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53823486929_da90d55b33_w.jpg ※ Comes with a collectible box, available in a Dark blue wide flat gift box or a White cube gift box. ※ Product Dimensions: Diameter 9cm × Height 2.7cm. Each box contains five bowls of the same size. ※ Each piece is handcrafted by artisans. Slight variations in color and pattern placement are normal and not considered defects. Colors may also vary depending on your screen display; please refer to the actual product for accuracy. Thank you.