Everyday cup for soba, drinks, and sides

Product Description

The Hasami AMIE Soba Choko Cup is a compact ceramic vessel made for everyday table use. Its size works well for soba broth, drinks, desserts, or small side dishes, and the inban-stamped AMIE pattern gives the surface a clear printed look.

Made in Japan from ceramic pottery, each cup is hand-finished by a craftsman. Because natural materials are used, slight differences in color may appear from piece to piece.

The form is simple and versatile, so it moves easily from noodle service to tea, small portions, or other daily uses. It comes with one cup in a logo craft box and measures 3.5" × 2.5" (9 cm × 6.4 cm).

Product Information
  • Material: Ceramic pottery
  • Size: 3.5" × 2.5" (9 cm × 6.4 cm)
  • Origin: Japan
  • Care: Dishwasher safe; microwave safe; not for open fire
  • Included: 1 cup
  • Notes: Hand-finished by a craftsman. Made using the traditional inban stamping technique. Slight variations in color may occur due to natural materials and hand-finishing.
Care instructions

Dishwasher safe and microwave safe. Do not use over open fire. Hand-finished ceramic with slight variations in color from piece to piece; handle with care.

Artisan & Craft
Artisan & Craft

Made in Hasami, Japan, this soba choko cup is formed from ceramic pottery and hand-finished by a craftsman. It uses the traditional inban stamping technique for its AMIE pattern, giving the surface a clear printed character suited to everyday table use.

Note

Hand-finished ceramic cup made with the traditional inban stamping technique, so slight variations in color may occur from piece to piece. Dishwasher and microwave safe, but not for open fire.

Questions About This Piece

Can this cup be used for more than soba dipping sauce?
Yes. A soba choko is a versatile small vessel that can also be used for drinks and for serving side dishes or small portions, making it useful at everyday meals.
Is this a good gift item?
It comes in a dedicated craft box with a logo, which makes it easy to present as a gift. The handcrafted finish and traditional stamped pattern also give it a thoughtful, artisanal feel.
What makes the decoration on this cup special?
The pattern is made using inban, an old stamping technique that presses the design with a stamp. This gives the cup a traditional Japanese look with a handcrafted character.
Are there any care notes I should know before using it?
Each piece is hand-finished by a craftsman and may show slight differences in color because natural materials are used. It is made for everyday table use and can be enjoyed as part of a daily dining set.
Hasami, Nagasaki Prefecture, home of Hasami ware

Hasami ware · Nagasaki, Japan

Hasami: four centuries of everyday Japanese porcelain

Hasami has been producing ceramics for more than 400 years. Known for practical forms, clean design and reliable everyday use, Hasami ware grew from a pottery town into one of Japan’s most recognizable tableware traditions.

400+ years of ceramic tradition
Made in Nagasaki Hasami, Japan
Everyday design practical, clean, enduring
Hasami · Nagasaki Prefecture · Japan

Discover Hasami

Learn more about Hasami ware

What is Hasami ware?

Hasami ware is Japanese ceramic tableware made in and around the town of Hasami in Nagasaki Prefecture. The area has been producing ceramics for more than four centuries and is particularly known for functional tableware designed for regular everyday use.

What makes Hasami ware different?

Hasami ware is often defined by simplicity, practicality and clean proportions. Rather than focusing only on decorative display, many Hasami pieces are designed to be comfortable to handle, easy to combine and useful at the table every day.

Where is Hasami ware made?

Hasami ware is made in Hasami, a pottery town in Nagasaki Prefecture on the island of Kyushu. The area has long supported a network of specialist ceramic workshops involved in shaping, glazing, decorating and firing tableware.

Why is Hasami ware well suited to everyday use?

Hasami ware developed around the idea of making well-designed ceramics accessible for daily life. Its straightforward forms, comfortable proportions and versatile designs make it easy to use across different meals and mix with other Japanese tableware.