【Prosperity and Good Fortune】 Japanese Rice Bowl / Soup Bowl / Matching Set

Upright ears symbolize prosperity in wealth | Drooping ears signify good fortune Rounder bowls are suitable for soup | Straighter bowls are designed as Japanese rice bowls --------------------------------------------------------- Prosperity and Good Fortune The countryside of Yilan resembles the idyllic Peach Blossom Spring, with fertile fields, beautiful ponds, mulberry trees, and well-connected paths where the sounds of chickens and dogs can be heard. Dogs of various appearances often stand guard at the entrances of rural homes, symbolizing safety and protection, and bringing auspicious blessings. The "woof woof" sound, frequently heard in the countryside, is homophonous with the character for "prosperous" (旺). Thus, dogs symbolize prosperity in wealth and family, signifying thriving growth. During traditional Lunar New Year celebrations, every household hangs red lanterns to create an atmosphere of joy and reunion. These festive lanterns carry the auspicious meaning of "good fortune arriving" (鴻運當頭), as red (紅) sounds similar to "fortune" (鴻). Blooming before all other flowers, the plum blossom heralds spring and is revered as an auspicious symbol of joyous tidings. A common saying goes, "A branch of plum blossom signifies the passing of the year." The blooming of plum blossoms adds to the festive spirit of the approaching Lunar New Year. The five petals of the plum blossom also symbolize the "Five Blessings" (五福臨門): longevity, wealth, health, virtue, and a peaceful end. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 【Craftsmanship】 Hand-glazed. Blue and white decal application ★ This piece is handmade, embracing a free-spirited feel and natural variations. Due to high-temperature firing, the final shape may not be perfectly round, and each piece will exhibit slight differences in size and form. The white glaze on the work is hand-dipped, resulting in natural flow patterns and occasional marks. The hand-applied blue and white decals will show varying shades of intensity after firing. Occasionally, natural brown iron spots or blue glaze specks may appear. If you have extremely high expectations for color consistency, please refrain from ordering. 【Dimensions】 Bowl rim diameter 12.5cm, height 6cm, bowl base diameter 5.5cm (+-0.5cm) 【Material】 Ceramic clay. Fired at 1230°C. ★ Please note! The blue and white patterns on the vessels are naturally applied decals, not printed or glaze stickers. Therefore, they will exhibit natural, irregular edges and textures. 【Usage and Care】 Can be used for heating in a rice cooker. Can be washed with water or detergent. To prolong the lifespan of handmade ceramics, avoid using the microwave for heating, especially with significant temperature differences, as uneven heating may cause cracks. 【Origin/Manufacturing Method】 Sanxing, Yilan, Taiwan | Handcrafted by Sanxing Siji 【Shipping Regulations for Taiwan】 Ceramics are fragile items. Please select Black Cat Express for safer delivery. If you choose 7-11 store-to-store pickup, we cannot offer compensation, replacement, or returns for any damage incurred during transit.