【Out of Print】Kutani Ware - Doraemon Collaboration Choko Cup - Tortoiseshell / Four Colors / Hachiro Style

🌸 The Pinnacle of Japanese Painted Porcelain A Symbol of Luxurious Ceramics - Kutani Ware 🎁 Hailing from Ishikawa Prefecture (Kaga, Kanazawa, Komatsu, Nomi cities) in Japan, Kutani ware stands as one of the nation's three great pottery traditions. With a history spanning nearly 400 years, its superior quality is unparalleled, with every piece uniquely hand-painted and fired. Kutani ware, with its distinctive aesthetic honed over centuries, fully expresses the beauty of nature, landscapes, and human culture. Its astonishingly innovative geometric patterns and delicate brushwork transform each piece into a work of art, showcasing a unique beauty that makes it highly appreciated and collectible—an ideal choice for gifting. ⭐ This series is a 2017 collaboration between Kutani ware and Doraemon, merging traditional artistry with innovative design. It features renowned kiln styles from different historical periods of Kutani: Ko-Kutani, Yoshida-ya, Mokubei, Iida-ya, and Shohaku-roku styles, each representing a prime era of Kutani craftsmanship. These are combined with exquisitely painted Doraemon motifs, creating a remarkably refined and vibrant aesthetic. This particular piece is a unique Japanese *choko* (small sake cup), now out of production, with its market value continuously rising. It includes a beautiful collector's box and is highly collectible. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55208854308_8458fafe8b_w.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55208855203_5977dc990f_w.jpg ※ Includes a collector's box. ※ Product Dimensions: Maximum diameter 8.1cm × height 6.5cm, capacity approximately 180ml. ※ As all pieces are handcrafted by artisans, slight imperfections such as occasional firing spots, minor indentations, uneven coloration, or small bubbles are normal and not considered defects. Additionally, the color and pattern placement of each piece may vary slightly. Colors may also differ across various screen displays; please refer to the actual product for accuracy. ※ All tableware items in this collection have passed inspections by the Food and Drug Administration and are safe for use as tableware without residue.