Large Japanese matt Hanashibori mug – Red or purple

A large, tall mug with a matt glaze, covered with small light star-shaped flowers.

This pattern, hanashibori, takes up the flowers of shibori, the Japanese tie-dyeing technique. The matt finish gives the decoration a softness close to fabric.

The foot left in brown clay and the large straight handle give it a rustic, elegant look.

It comes in two colours: orange-red or purple.

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

For a large tea or a coffee. Made in Japan.

Highlights

• Hanashibori pattern: small flowers inspired by shibori.
• Matt glaze: a softness close to fabric.
• Two colours: orange-red or purple.
• Large capacity: 400 ml.
• Easy care: dishwasher and microwave safe.

Product information

• Type: mug with handle
• Material: ceramic
• Origin: made in Japan (Toki-Tajimi area, Gifu Prefecture, the cradle of Mino ware)
• Dimensions: Ø 8.7 cm, height 13 cm
• Capacity: 400 ml
• Shape: tall, slightly flared
• Colours: orange-red or purple
• Finish: matt glaze, brown clay foot
• Presentation: single item
• Style: Japanese

How to use

Pair the two colours for a mismatched duo: the same pattern keeps the set coherent.

As for care, it is dishwasher and microwave safe.

Frequently asked questions

What does hanashibori mean?

Hana means "flower" and shibori is the Japanese tie-dyeing technique. The pattern takes up the small flowers this technique creates on fabric.