This set of five Banko-yaki guinomi (small teacups) feature a spiraling unglazed clay exterior.

Banko-yaki (萬古焼) is a type of Japanese pottery that traditionally comes from Yokkaichi in Mie Prefecture, Japan. Its characteristic purple hue comes from the mixture of red oxidised iron and blue high temperature-baked iron in the clay.

Dimensions:

6.9cm (2.7in) - width
4.3cm (1.7in) - height
55ml - capacity

Condition: Very good

This vintage Japanese item ships from Thailand

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