Japanese reddish brown yunomi cup

A handleless teacup in deep reddish brown tones.

Its surface is glossy and finely speckled, with an unglazed foot. Its shades change with the light.

Its tall, straight shape is that of the yunomi, the everyday teacup in Japan: it is held in both hands and keeps the tea hot.

It comes from the Toki-Tajimi area in Gifu Prefecture, the cradle of Mino ware.

For green tea, black tea or infusions. Made in Japan.

Highlights

• Yunomi: the everyday teacup in Japan.
• Reddish brown: shades that change with the light.
• Unglazed foot: a natural contrast.
• Tall shape: it keeps the tea hot.
• Easy care: dishwasher and microwave safe.

Product information

• Type: handleless cup (yunomi)
• Material: ceramic
• Origin: made in Japan (Toki-Tajimi area, Gifu Prefecture, the cradle of Mino ware)
• Dimensions: Ø 7 cm, height 8 cm
• Shape: straight and tall
• Colours: reddish brown
• Finish: glossy glaze, speckled, unglazed foot
• Presentation: single item
• Style: Japanese

How to use

Serve a hot green tea in it and hold the cup in both hands, as in Japan.

As for care, it is dishwasher and microwave safe.

Frequently asked questions

What is a yunomi?

It is the Japanese handleless teacup, tall and straight, held in both hands.