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Hasami Inban AZTECA Soba Choko Cup
$19.00
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Single cup • Ceramic pottery • φ9 cm × h6.4 cm • Made in Japan
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Use this Inban AZTECA Soba Choko Cup for soba, tea, small side dishes, or dessert. The stamped pattern gives the ceramic surface a calm rhythm, while the hand-finished form sits comfortably in the hand. Made in Japan and packed in an exclusive logo craft box, it is practical for daily use and easy to give as a gift.
Why You'll Love It?
Hasami porcelain, hand-finished
Inban AZTECA pattern, everyday charm
5" × 2.5" (9 cm × 6.4 cm), easy to hold
Soba, drinks, or small sides
Gift-ready logo craft box
Directly sourced from artisan workshops in Japan
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Everyday Cup for Soba and Sides
Product Description
Compact and easy to hold, this Hasami Soba Choko Cup is made for everyday use. The vessel is decorated with an inban pattern, a traditional stamping technique that gives the surface a quiet repeating rhythm.
Soba choko has long been used for more than soba noodles alone. It also suits drinks and small side dishes, making it a practical piece for daily meals. The cup measures 3.5" (9 cm) in diameter × 2.5" (6.4 cm) in height.
Each cup is hand-finished by a craftsman. Because it is made from naturally derived materials, slight differences in color may occur from piece to piece.
It is made in Japan from ceramic pottery and comes in an exclusive craft box with a logo. It is marked as dishwasher safe and microwave safe, and should not be used on an open flame.
This is a straightforward, versatile cup for the table: useful for soba, tea, small servings, and everyday dining, with a traditional pattern that keeps the look calm and distinctive.
Product Information
Material: Ceramic pottery
Size: 3.5" (9 cm) diameter × 2.5" (6.4 cm) height
Origin: Japan
Care: Dishwasher safe; microwave safe; not for open fire
Includes: One soba choko cup
Hand-finished by craftsmen
Notes: Made with naturally derived materials; slight variations in color may occur due to the handmade and natural material characteristics
Care instructions
Dishwasher safe and microwave safe. Do not use on an open flame. After use, wash promptly and dry thoroughly before storing. Because this piece is hand-finished from natural materials, slight variations in color may occur.
Artisan & Craft
This soba choko uses inban, a traditional stamping technique, to apply its repeating pattern. The result is a cup with a crisp surface rhythm and the warm character that comes from hand-finishing.
Note
Hand-finished earthenware, so slight differences in color and appearance may occur from piece to piece. Dishwasher and microwave safe, but not for open flame.
Hasami: Where Everyday Beauty Meets Centuries of Craft
Nestled in the hills of Nagasaki Prefecture, the town of Hasami has been a center of Japanese ceramics for over 400 years.
Known for its refined balance of practicality and beauty, Hasami Ware was created for daily use, valuing durability, simplicity, and thoughtful design. Today, Hasami artisans continue this tradition by blending time-honored techniques with a modern sensibility.
Clean forms, subtle glazes, and quiet elegance define each piece, reflecting a philosophy where craftsmanship serves everyday life.
Hasami Ware embodies Japanese restraint, function, and enduring quality—made to be used, lived with, and appreciated over time.
Hasami Ware: Craft for Everyday Life
Hasami ware is defined by its quiet balance between function, beauty, and restraint.
Originating in Hasami, Nagasaki Prefecture, its history dates back to the early 17th century, when the region became a major center for porcelain production under the patronage of local feudal lords.
Unlike more ornamental styles created for the elite, Hasami ware was developed primarily for everyday use, emphasizing durability, stackability, and efficiency without sacrificing elegance. Over centuries, artisans refined standardized forms while allowing subtle variation through glaze, firing, and hand finishing.
Traditionally influenced by Chinese techniques, Hasami gradually formed its own identity—clean silhouettes, practical proportions, and understated decoration. In modern times, Hasami ware has evolved seamlessly, embracing contemporary design while preserving its utilitarian roots.
This enduring adaptability reflects a philosophy in which craftsmanship serves daily life, creating objects meant not only to be admired but also truly used and lived with.
FAQs
All you need to know about Japanese Hasami Ware.
What makes Hasami Ware different from other Japanese ceramics?
Hasami Ware is distinguished by its balance of practicality and refined design. Unlike highly ornamental ceramics, it was historically created for daily use, emphasizing durability, stackability, and clean forms. This functional heritage, combined with subtle craftsmanship, makes Hasami Ware both timeless and perfectly suited to modern living.
Is Hasami Ware handmade or mass-produced?
Hasami Ware is crafted through a thoughtful blend of traditional techniques and modern efficiency. While standardized forms ensure consistency and usability, glazing and finishing are often done by hand, resulting in natural variations that give each piece its unique character.
Can Hasami Ware be used every day?
Yes. Hasami Ware was originally designed for everyday life. It is durable, well-balanced, and comfortable to use, making it ideal for daily meals, drinks, and routines—without compromising on beauty.
Are variations in color or texture normal?
Absolutely. Subtle differences in glaze tone, texture, and finish are a hallmark of authentic Hasami Ware. These variations reflect the firing process and hand-finishing, ensuring that no two pieces are exactly alike.
Why choose Hasami Ware for a modern home?
Hasami Ware blends centuries of craftsmanship with contemporary sensibility. Its understated elegance, functional design, and lasting quality make it a meaningful choice for those who value objects made to be used, appreciated, and kept over time.
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