This tiny Obori Soma-yaki guinomi (small teacup) features an elegant celadon glaze with a unique brown drip-glaze over its lip. This teacup is ideal for gyokuro.

Obori Soma-yaki (大堀相馬焼) is a type of Japanese porcelain produced in the town of Namie in Fukushima Prefecture, and dates back to the early Edo period.

The most distinctive features of Obori-soma ware are its celadon glazes which feature large crazing patterns, hand-painted horse motifs, and double-walled construction. This double-walled technique provides insulation, keeping liquids hot and your hands cool, and is unique to Obori Soma-yaki.

Dimensions:

4.8cm (1.9in) - width
5.4cm (2.1in) - height
40ml - capacity

Condition: Very good

This vintage Japanese item ships from Thailand