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Kuro Cloud Swirl Bowl
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Mino Porcelain Bowl • 8.5" (21.5 cm) diameter • 40.6 fl oz (1,200 cc) • Made in Japan • Hand wash recommended
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Direct from Japanese workshops and their authorised channels.
Serve ramen, udon, rice, or salads in the Kuro Cloud Swirl Bowl. Its 8.5" (21.5 cm) diameter and 40.6 fl oz (1,200 cc) capacity make it useful for generous portions, while the porcelain body and Mino Ware craft bring a calm, distinctive presence to everyday meals.
Why You’ll Love It
8.5" (21.5 cm) diameter supports ramen, udon, rice, and other hearty portions
40.6 fl oz (1,200 cc) capacity is well suited for noodles, salads, and serving larger dishes
Porcelain body with Mino Ware craftsmanship offers a smooth, sturdy feel
The Kuro Cloud Swirl Bowl is a versatile porcelain bowl made in Japan as Mino Ware. Its 8.5" (21.5 cm) diameter and 40.6 fl oz (1,200 cc) capacity make it useful for ramen, udon, rice, salads, and serving larger portions.
The grey-and-white swirl pattern gives the bowl a distinctive look while keeping the overall presentation calm and simple. Use it for everyday meals or for serving when you want a bowl with a little more presence at the table.
Hand wash recommended. Gently clean with warm water and mild soap, and avoid abrasive sponges or harsh detergents. Do not use in the microwave or dishwasher.
Product Information
Dimensions: 8.5 in (21.5 cm) x 3.4 in (8.6 cm)
Capacity: 40.6 fl oz (1,200 cc)
Material:*Porcelain
Craft: Mino Ware
Made in Japan
Care instructions
- Gently hand wash with warm water and mild soap after each use
- Avoid abrasive sponges or harsh detergents to preserve the porcelain finish
- Do not use in the microwave or dishwasher
- Store in a dry place away from direct sunlight to help maintain the color and texture
Artisan & Craft
This bowl is made in Japan as Mino Ware and finished in porcelain. Its swirl pattern and simple form reflect a quiet, functional approach to everyday tableware.
Note
Slight differences in color and texture may occur due to shooting conditions, display conditions, and natural product variation.
Questions About This Piece
What can I use this bowl for?
It works well for ramen, udon, rice bowls, salads, and serving larger portions at the table.
How large is it?
The bowl measures 8.5" (21.5 cm) across and holds 40.6 fl oz (1,200 cc).
What is it made of?
It is made of porcelain and crafted as Mino Ware in Japan.
How should I care for it?
Gently hand wash with warm water and mild soap. Avoid abrasive sponges and harsh detergents, and do not use it in the microwave or dishwasher.
Mino ware · Gifu, Japan
Mino ware: 1,300 years of ceramic innovation
Mino ware comes from the Tono region of Gifu Prefecture, one of Japan's most important ceramic-producing areas. Over centuries, kilns in the region developed a remarkable range of styles, from restrained Shino and Oribe pieces tied to tea culture to everyday tableware for modern Japanese homes. Rather than being defined by a single look, Mino ware is known for that diversity. A ceramic tradition that has continued to evolve with the way people actually live and eat.
Mino ware, or Minoyaki, is the broad ceramic
tradition associated with the Mino region of
present-day Gifu Prefecture. Rather than describing
one fixed aesthetic, the name encompasses ceramics
with a wide range of forms, glazes and decorative
approaches developed across the region over more
than 1,300 years.
Why is Mino ware so diverse?
Mino developed as a large ceramic-producing region
rather than around one narrowly defined style.
Generations of potters experimented with different
clays, firing methods, shapes and glazes, creating
a tradition in which rustic tea wares, expressive
glazes and practical everyday tableware can all
belong to the same ceramic family.
What are Shino and Oribe?
Shino and Oribe are two of the best-known ceramic
traditions associated with Mino. Shino is celebrated
for its soft white glaze, subtle texture and often
understated decoration, while Oribe is known for
expressive forms and distinctive green, black and
painted surfaces. Together with Kiseto and Setoguro,
they are closely associated with the celebrated
Momoyama-period tea ceramics of the Mino region.
Where is Mino ware made?
Mino ware is produced primarily in the Tōnō area
of eastern Gifu Prefecture, including major ceramic
centres such as Tajimi, Toki and Mizunami.
The region remains one of Japan's most important
centres of ceramic and tableware production today.
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