Mainichineko Teacups (Set of 5 Cups) Mainichineko Teacups (Set of 5 Cups)
Mainichineko Teacups (Set of 5 Cups) Mainichineko Teacups (Set of 5 Cups)
Mainichineko Teacups (Set of 5 Cups) Mainichineko Teacups (Set of 5 Cups)
Mainichineko Teacups (Set of 5 Cups) Mainichineko Teacups (Set of 5 Cups)
Mainichineko Teacups (Set of 5 Cups) Mainichineko Teacups (Set of 5 Cups)
Mainichineko Teacups (Set of 5 Cups) Mainichineko Teacups (Set of 5 Cups)
Mainichineko Teacups (Set of 5 Cups) Mainichineko Teacups (Set of 5 Cups)

Mainichineko Teacups (Set of 5 Cups)

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Set of 5 Tea Cups • Mino pottery • Height 6.5 in (16.5 cm), Diameter 3.5 in (9 cm) • Made in Japan
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The Mainichineko Teacups come as a set of five Mino pottery cups made in Japan. Each cup measures 6.5 in (16.5 cm) high and 3.5 in (9 cm) in diameter, with cat illustrations that bring character to everyday tea, whether you are serving guests or enjoying a quiet cup at home.

Why You’ll Love It

    • Set of 5 cups for serving tea at home or with guests
    • Made from Mino pottery in Japan
    • Cat illustrations add a playful detail to the table
    • 6.5 in (16.5 cm) height and 3.5 in (9 cm) diameter
    • Hand wash only, so care stays simple and gentle

    Pairs well with

    Mino Pottery Cat Tea Cups

    Product Description

    The Mainichineko Teacups are a set of five cups made in Japan from Mino pottery. Each cup measures 6.5 in (16.5 cm) high and 3.5 in (9 cm) in diameter.

    Cat illustrations give the set a lively, friendly look that works well for everyday tea or when you are serving guests. The cups are a simple way to bring a bit of character to the table without feeling overly formal.

    They have passed inspection for lead and cadmium. For care, gently hand wash with mild soap and warm water, and avoid the dishwasher and microwave.

    Product Information
    • Dimensions: Height 6.5 in / 16.5 cm, Diameter 3.5 in / 9 cm
    • Material: Mino pottery
    • Safety: Passed inspection for lead and cadmium
    • Made in Japan
    Care instructions

    - Gently hand wash with mild soap and warm water; rinse thoroughly.

    - Avoid using abrasive sponges to protect the delicate surface.

    - Do not place in the dishwasher or microwave to maintain quality and integrity.

    - Store in a dry place, ideally in the original packaging, to prevent chipping and scratches.

    - Allow to air dry completely before stacking to ensure longevity.

    Note

    Made in Japan from Mino pottery. Please handle with care and follow the hand-wash instructions to help maintain the finish.

    Questions About This Piece

    How can I use this set of five cups?
    They work well for everyday tea at home, sharing with guests, or setting out as a coordinated group for a tea table.
    What gives these cups their character?
    The cat illustrations add a playful touch, while the Mino pottery gives the set a traditional Japanese tableware feel.
    What should I know before washing them?
    Gently hand wash with mild soap and warm water, avoid abrasive sponges, and do not put them in the dishwasher or microwave.
    What comes in the set?
    You receive five teacups.

    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.

    1,300+ years of ceramic tradition
    Made in Gifu Tōnō ceramic region
    Remarkable diversity Shino · Oribe · Kiseto · Setoguro
    Mino ware · Gifu Prefecture · Japan

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    Learn more about Mino ware

    What is Mino ware?

    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.