{"product_id":"bol-japonais-moyen-aux-motifs-cerisiers-bleu","title":"Japanese Bowl, Deep Blue with Plum Blossom","description":"\u003cp\u003eA deep, almost navy blue scattered with small white flowers: a bowl that brings light to the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe intense, softly nuanced blue glaze covers the whole bowl, inside and out. Depending on the light, it looks almost black or brightens into livelier reflections. Fine dark branches run across it, dotted with small five-petalled white flowers placed like light touches. The contrast is simple and luminous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Japan, the plum tree, ume, is the first tree to blossom at the end of winter, sometimes still under snow, well before the cherry tree. Its flowering heralds the return of spring, and its blossom symbolises perseverance and renewal. It is one of the best-loved patterns in Japanese tableware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts tall, rounded shape sits well in the hand and keeps food warm. Medium-sized, at 17.1 cm in diameter and 9 cm high, it suits rice, breakfast cereal, soup, a small stew or a light donburi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts simplicity makes it easy to pair with plain tableware, or with other blue and white pieces for a more graphic table. It also makes a lovely gift for anyone who likes understated Japanese patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUme pattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e branches of plum blossom, a symbol of renewal in Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeep blue:\u003c\/strong\u003e intense glaze with nuances that change with the light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile size:\u003c\/strong\u003e rice, soup, cereal or small stews.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRounded shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e pleasant in the hand, it keeps food warm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Japan:\u003c\/strong\u003e sold individually.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese bowl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e ceramic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan (Toki-Tajimi area, Gifu Prefecture, home of Mino ware)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ø 17.1 cm, height 9 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColours:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep blue, white\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e branches of plum blossom (ume)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e glazed, glossy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e hand washing recommended, microwave safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e traditional Japanese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombine several bowls with the same decoration for a harmonious set, or mix it with white pieces to bring out the blue. It goes well with the shop’s blue plum blossom plates and salad bowls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the plum blossom symbolise in Japan?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plum tree, ume, is the first tree to blossom at the end of winter. Its flower heralds spring and symbolises perseverance and renewal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat dishes is this bowl for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRice, soup, cereal, small stews or a light donburi: its medium size makes it very versatile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this bowl dishwasher and microwave safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all ceramics, it is best washed by hand: the dishwasher is not recommended. It can, however, go in the microwave without any problem.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yugen lab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40459089379386,"sku":"CHG200","price":20.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0559\/2691\/5130\/files\/yugen-lab-bol-ceramique-cerisier.jpg?v=1787151190","url":"https:\/\/yugenlab.com\/en\/products\/japanese-bowl-deep-blue-with-plum-blossom","provider":"Yugen lab","version":"1.0","type":"link"}