A traditional Japanese pattern known as 青海波 makes this mug a classic
First steeping: 5 grams of tea
This beautiful handmade kyusu is by Haku yō 柏陽作
It is also called a "letter" in the sense that it is a piece of paper that is carried around in the hand
Ishidatami Gray Kutani-yaki Yunomi - Japanese Teacup Sencha A traditional Japanese pattern knownThe skillful use of brush strokes to create flowers, birds, wind, and moon, landscapes, figures, and innovative geometric patterns is also noteworthy. Kutani yaki is a collection of masterpieces in which artists' skills are at their best. Kutani yaki has a unique aesthetic that is still valuable hundreds of years later. The patterns are skillfully painted in the five colors of red, green, yellow, purple, and navy blue, and the brushwork is superbly