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Sepia Grey Mino Mug
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Single mug • Ceramic • 240cc (8.12 oz) • Made in Japan
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The Sepia Grey Mino Mug is a ceramic mug made in Gifu Prefecture, Japan, with a 240cc capacity that suits everyday coffee or tea. Its compact size, smooth finish, and balanced shape make it easy to reach for each day, while the lead and cadmium inspection offers added peace of mind.
Why You’ll Love It
Made in Gifu Prefecture, Japan, with a grounded Mino ware feel.
Ceramic body and 240cc capacity suit a single serving of coffee or tea.
The muted sepia-grey palette gives the mug a calm, understated look.
Passed inspection for lead and cadmium for added peace of mind.
Hand wash care helps preserve the finish over time.
The Sepia Grey Mino Mug is a ceramic mug made in Gifu Prefecture, Japan. Its muted sepia-grey finish and compact form give it a calm, understated presence on the table.
With a capacity of 240cc (8.12 oz), it is sized for coffee, tea, or another small daily serving. The mug is passed inspection for lead and cadmium, and the recommended care is simple hand washing with a soft sponge and mild soap.
Use it as an everyday mug or as a quiet addition to your tableware collection. Please handle it with care to help preserve the finish.
Product Information
Material: Ceramic
Diameter: 3.15 in / 8 cm
Height: 3.35 in / 8.5 cm
Capacity: 8.12 fl oz / 240 cc
Country of Origin: Gifu Prefecture, Japan
Safety: Passed inspection for lead and cadmium
Care instructions
### Care Instructions for the Sepia Grey Mino Mug
- Clean with a soft sponge and mild soap; rinse thoroughly.
- Avoid using abrasive cleaners or scouring pads to preserve the finish.
- Do not use in the dishwasher or microwave to maintain integrity.
- Store in a dry place; consider using a mug rack for optimal airflow.
- Handle with care to prevent chipping and preserve craftsmanship.
By following these simple steps, you ensure the beauty and longevity of your handcrafted mug, allowing you to enjoy its elegance for years to come.
Artisan & Craft
Made in Gifu Prefecture, Japan, this Mino mug reflects the region’s long association with Japanese pottery. It brings that heritage into a simple everyday mug with a muted sepia-grey finish.
Note
Hand wash recommended. Do not use in the dishwasher or microwave.
Questions About This Piece
What does “sepia grey” feel like in person?
It’s warm and muted, with a soft, earthy tone rather than a cool industrial grey.
Is this mug more morning or evening oriented?
Many people reach for it in the morning. The calm color sets a steady, unhurried tone.
Does the glaze show variation?
Yes. Subtle shifts in tone appear across the surface, reminding you it’s kiln-fired, not uniform.
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.
