A yunomi by Jin Kiln, which received the honour of presenting work to Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress.

Nandina, Turning Misfortune Aside
Nandina, a plant that carries the meaning of turning misfortune aside, is painted in vivid colour.

Kakiemon-Style White Porcelain
The smooth, Kakiemon-style white porcelain heightens the delicacy of the overglaze colour and the dignity of its tones.

Painted Entirely by Hand
A fine piece painted entirely by hand with an extremely fine brush. Each yunomi carries a different design, so you can enjoy yours as one that exists nowhere else in the world.

Among the Finest of Modern Japan
Please take in a beauty that ranks among the finest in Japan today. Supplied with a paulownia box, it is also well received as a gift.

About Arita Ware
Arita ware is the origin of Japanese porcelain. In 1616, under the rule of the Saga domain lord Naoshige Nabeshima, pottery stone was found in what is now Saga Prefecture and production began. Because the wares were made in Arita and shipped from the port of Imari, they are also known as Imari ware. Carried to Europe by the Dutch East India Company — the only trading partner permitted during Japan’s period of national seclusion — the porcelain was called “white gold” and furnished the courts of royalty and nobility.

What Is a Yunomi?
A yunomi is the everyday Japanese teacup — a small cup without a handle, held in both hands. It is used for green tea.

Sakura
The cherry blossom is Japan’s flower. For centuries, to say hana — flower — was to mean sakura. Its language of flowers is “beauty of the heart,” and its brief season is why it stands for a moment held precious.

Why a Paulownia Box
Paulownia wood is light, resists moisture and insects, and moves with changes in humidity — which is why it has been used in Japan for centuries to store what is valuable. A piece delivered in a paulownia box arrives ready to give, and the box itself is part of the gift.

Contents and Dimensions
Yunomi × 1, booklet, paulownia box.
Height: 8cm Diameter: 7.8cm
As each piece is handmade, slight variations in size may occur.