{"product_id":"tanshin-kiln-made-suisho-bori-hand-painted-seigaiha-pattern-two-u-shape-cups-jac-tsg-610-03","title":"610-JKT-TSG-03 Tanshin Kiln made \"Suisho-bori Hand-painted Seigaiha pattern U-shaped Cups - Set of 2\" JAC-TSG-610-03","description":"This is the \"Suisho-bori Hand-painted Seigaiha pattern U-shaped Cups - Set of 2\", crafted by Tanshin Kiln.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis set of two U-shaped Cups features the traditional Japanese Seigaiha pattern, representing waves that extend endlessly, beautifully designed in deep navy blue.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe distinctive round, window-like openings are created using a special technique called \"Suisho-bori,\" which involves filling the carved openings with a specially formulated clay developed by Tanshin Kiln and firing the porcelain twice at temperatures exceeding 1,300°C.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis highly intricate and labor-intensive technique requires skilled artisans to carefully carve each opening, fill it with the special clay, and hand-paint the designs, all entirely by hand, one by one.\u003cbr\u003e\nAs a result, mass production is not possible. However, each piece handcrafted by skilled artisans is a beautiful work of art, combining simple elegance with a sense of warmth.\u003cbr\u003e\nWhen a drink is poured into the cups, its color beautifully shows through the translucent Suisho-bori carvings.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis set is perfect for everyday use and comes in a paper gift box, making it an excellent choice for gifts as well.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible Collapsible--large\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"Collapsible__Button Heading u-h6\" data-action=\"toggle-collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!-- 折り畳みのタイトル --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Collapsible__Plus\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Content\"\u003e\n\nThis set of two U-shaped Cups features the traditional Seigaiha pattern, hand-painted in blue on beautiful white porcelain, along with delicate, round Suisho-bori carvings on the sides.\u003cbr\u003e\nThese versatile cups are perfect for serving a variety of beverages, including alcoholic drinks and iced coffee, as well as desserts and small side dishes.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe carefully hand-carved Suisho-bori details and the traditional blue-and-white Seigaiha pattern create an elegant and luxurious appearance.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe bottom of each cup is inscribed with the word \"Tanshin\", signifying that it was crafted by Tanshin Kiln.\u003cbr\u003e\n*Please chek the photo images.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容ここまで --\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible Collapsible--large\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton class=\"Collapsible__Button Heading u-h6\" data-action=\"toggle-collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAbout \"Tan-shin-gama \/ Tanshin Kiln\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!-- 折り畳みのタイトル --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Collapsible__Plus\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Content\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容 --\u003e\n\n\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" alt=\"丹心窯工房\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/904e2c4f3fd0ed07d2b8492cef263442.jpg?v=1742514485\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/904e2c4f3fd0ed07d2b8492cef263442.jpg?v=1742514485\"\u003e\n\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" alt=\"丹心窯工房\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/61296d82f69a53bf7b52510ef2a9505f.jpg?v=1742514488\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/61296d82f69a53bf7b52510ef2a9505f.jpg?v=1742514488\"\u003e\n    \nFounded in 1978, this kiln is located at the foot of the mountains in Otarugo, Hasami Town, Nagasaki Prefecture, a region renowned for its pottery.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt took about 5 years to establish the technique of “crystal carving” (trademark registration).\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 2023, Tadayoshi Nagasaki, the second generation, started to work at the same kiln.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容ここまで --\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible Collapsible--large\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton class=\"Collapsible__Button Heading u-h6\" data-action=\"toggle-collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAbout \"Suisho-bori\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!-- 折り畳みのタイトル --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Collapsible__Plus\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Content\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容 --\u003e\n\n\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" alt=\"丹心窯水晶彫\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/00ed342dbd48185ed55d0ee17f653643.jpg?v=1742514486\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/00ed342dbd48185ed55d0ee17f653643.jpg?v=1742514486\"\u003e\n    \nIn its early days, the kiln produced only cloudy Hotaru-yaki pottery*.\u003cbr\u003e\nHowever, through relentless trial and error, it finally succeeded in creating a new type of Hotaru-yaki—one that was colorless, transparent, and radiantly beautiful.\u003cbr\u003e\nIts crystal-like brilliance led to the name \"Suisho-bori\" (Crystal Carving).\u003cbr\u003e\n    \n\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" alt=\"丹心窯水晶彫\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/5b2619db6fdb7a2faaa33724d6c37abf.jpg?v=1742514485\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/5b2619db6fdb7a2faaa33724d6c37abf.jpg?v=1742514485\"\u003e\n    \n\"Suisho-bori\" is a unique technique developed by Tanshin Kiln, in which high-quality white porcelain from Amakusa, Kumamoto Prefecture is meticulously perforated.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe holes are then carefully filled with a specially blended clay, a secret formula of Tanshin Kiln, and fired to create a shimmering, crystal-like transparency.\u003cbr\u003e\nEach hole is hand-carved by artisans, and the clay is manually inserted into each one.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe pieces are then fired twice at 1,300°C, a time-intensive process that ensures their exceptional quality and beauty.\u003cbr\u003e\n*Hotaru-yaki (literally \"firefly ware\") is a ceramic technique where translucent holes are carved into the pottery and filled with glaze, allowing light to pass through.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容ここまで --\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible Collapsible--large\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton class=\"Collapsible__Button Heading u-h6\" data-action=\"toggle-collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAbout Hand-painted \"Seigaiha (Blue Ocean Wave)\" pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!-- 折り畳みのタイトル --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Collapsible__Plus\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Content\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容 --\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/JAC-TSG-610-03-seigaiha.jpg?v=1791445992\" alt=\"tanshingama-seigaiha\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n    \nThe \"Seigaiha (Blue Ocean Wave)\" pattern is a traditional auspicious design that symbolizes a wish for eternal peace and prosperity.\u003cbr\u003e\nInspired by the beauty of nature, this pattern features flowing, curved lines that evoke images of the sea and water.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is also believed that the Seigaiha pattern carries a purifying meaning, as it represents the act of washing away misfortune with water, making it a symbol of protection against evil.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginally, Seigaiha was the name of a traditional Japanese court music (Gagaku) performance.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe wave-like pattern became well-known because it was used on the costumes worn by the performers in this dance, eventually becoming a widely recognized motif representing ocean waves.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容ここまで --\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible Collapsible--large\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton aria-expanded=\"false\" data-action=\"toggle-collapsible\" class=\"Collapsible__Button Heading u-h6\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e Specification\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!-- 折り畳みのタイトル --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Collapsible__Plus\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Content\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容 --\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTanshin Kiln made \"Suisho-bori Hand-painted Seigaiha pattern Set of Two U-shaped Cups\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nProduct No.：JAC-TSG-610-03\u003cbr\u003e\nSize：Outer box／About 110 mm × 218 mm × 76 mm\u003cbr\u003e\nU cup／Diameter About 80 mm × Height About 67 mm\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight：Total About 280 g\u003cbr\u003e\n*Packaged in a paper box\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n    \n\u003cli\u003e1,000 JPY flat rate shipping within Japan, free shipping for purchases totaling 20,000 JPY or more.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease bear the actual cost for shipping charges outside Japan.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容ここまで --\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"kurokigoishiten","offers":[{"title":"Default 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