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Seitou Hosojugusa Mug
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Ceramic • 240 cc (8.12 oz) • Made in Japan
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Direct from Japanese workshops and their authorised channels.
The Seitou Hosojugusa Mug is a ceramic mug made in Japan with a 240 cc (8.12 oz) capacity. Its compact size suits coffee or tea, while the cardboard box makes it easy to store or give as a gift. A simple, well-made piece for everyday use.
Why You’ll Love It
Made in Japan in the Mino ware tradition for a grounded, everyday feel.
240 cc (8.12 oz) capacity is well suited to a single serving of tea or coffee.
Ceramic construction gives the mug a solid, familiar weight in hand.
Comes in a cardboard box, which is useful for gifting or storage.
Lead and cadmium inspection passed for added peace of mind.
Indulge in the art of Japanese craftsmanship with the Seitou Hosojugusa Mug. This ceramic mug is made in Japan and brings the Mino ware tradition into an everyday piece for tea, coffee, or any drink you reach for often.
Its capacity is 240 cc (8.12 oz), and the mug measures 3.35" (8.5 cm) in diameter and 3.15" (8 cm) in height. The cardboard box makes it convenient for gifting or storing when not in use.
Passed inspection for lead and cadmium, this mug is designed for daily use with straightforward care. Hand wash only, and do not use in the dishwasher or microwave.
Product Information
Dimensions: Diameter 3.35 in / 8.5 cm, Height 3.15 in / 8 cm
Capacity: 8.12 oz / 240 cc (70% when full)
Material: Ceramic
Country of Origin: Japan
Packaging: Cardboard box
Safety: Passed inspection for lead and cadmium
Care instructions
Care Instructions for Seitou Hosojugusa Mug
- Hand wash with mild soap and a soft sponge; avoid abrasive cleaners to maintain the surface.
- Do not place in the dishwasher or microwave; gentle handling ensures longevity.
- Store in a dry place, ideally in the provided cardboard box, to protect from chipping.
- Avoid extreme temperature changes to preserve the integrity of the ceramic.
Respect the craftsmanship of this beautiful mug; proper care will help maintain its elegance and enhance your enjoyment for years to come.
Artisan & Craft
This mug is made in Japan and reflects the Mino ware tradition of Gifu Prefecture. It brings that regional ceramic heritage into a simple, usable mug for everyday drinks.
Note
Hand wash only. Do not use in the dishwasher or microwave. The mug is packed in a cardboard box.
Questions About This Piece
What is this mug best used for?
Its 240 cc capacity makes it a practical size for an everyday serving of coffee or tea.
How should I care for it?
Hand wash with mild soap and a soft sponge. Do not use a dishwasher or microwave.
Is it suitable as a gift?
Yes. It comes packaged in a cardboard box, which makes it easy to wrap or present as a gift.
What gives it its character?
It is a ceramic mug made in Japan in the Mino ware tradition, so it carries the feel of Japanese tableware craftsmanship.
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.
