Uzushio Inban Soba Choko Cup – Hasami Ceramic Soba Choko Cup with Uzushio Inban Pattern
Uzushio Inban Soba Choko Cup – Hasami Ceramic Soba Choko Cup with Uzushio Inban Pattern
Uzushio Inban Soba Choko Cup – Hasami Ceramic Soba Choko Cup with Uzushio Inban Pattern
Uzushio Inban Soba Choko Cup – Hasami Ceramic Soba Choko Cup with Uzushio Inban Pattern
Uzushio Inban Soba Choko Cup – Hasami Ceramic Soba Choko Cup with Uzushio Inban Pattern

Uzushio Inban Soba Choko Cup – Hasami Ceramic

$19.00
Single Soba cup • Ceramic Uzushio pattern Inban pottery • 3.5" (9 cm) x 2.5" (6.4 cm) • Made in Japan
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This Hasami Uzushio Inban Pattern Soba Cup is a versatile everyday piece for soba, tea, side dishes, or dessert. The 3.5" x 2.5" (9 cm x 6.4 cm) size sits comfortably at the table, while the stamped Uzushio pattern and hand-finished ceramic surface give each cup a quietly distinct look. Includes 1 cup in a logo craft box.

Uzushio Inban Soba Choko Cup – Hasami Ceramic – Why you'll love it

Why You'll Love It?

  • Stamped Uzushio pattern with a calm, repeated motif
  • Compact 3.5" x 2.5" (9 cm x 6.4 cm) size for daily use
  • Works for soba, drinks, side dishes, or dessert
  • Hand-finished ceramic with slight color variation
  • Comes in an exclusive logo craft box

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Product Description

Compact and easy to reach for, this Hasami Uzushio Inban Pattern Soba Cup is made for everyday use at the table. It is formed in ceramic pottery and finished with an inban stamped pattern, giving the surface its clear, repeated motif. The shape is a classic soba choko, sized for more than noodles alone: it can also hold drinks, side dishes, dessert, or serve as a small bowl or container.

The cup measures 3.5" (9 cm) in diameter and 2.5" (6.4 cm) in height. Its low, open form makes it easy to use and simple to place with other everyday tableware. The Uzushio pattern gives the piece its visual character, while the hand-finished surface keeps each cup from feeling overly uniform. Because it is made from naturally derived materials, slight color differences may appear from piece to piece.

Each cup is made in Japan and hand-finished by a craftsman. It comes as 1 soba choko cup in an exclusive craft box with logo, making it suitable for keeping or giving. The design belongs to the Hasami Yaki Tamari original series, which also includes matching cups and rice bowls in other patterns.

For care, it is dishwasher safe and microwave safe, and it should not be used on an open flame. The combination of practical size, stamped pattern, and simple packaging makes this a useful piece for daily meals, from soba to small servings at the end of the day.

Product Information
  • Material: Ceramic pottery
  • Size: 3.5" (9 cm) diameter x 2.5" (6.4 cm) height
  • Includes: 1 soba choko cup
  • Features: Decorated with an inban-stamped pattern; hand-finished by a craftsman; made using naturally derived materials, so slight color variations may occur
  • Uses: Suitable for soba, drinks, side dishes, dessert, or as a small bowl or container
  • Packaging: Exclusive craft box with logo
  • Made in Japan
Care instructions

Dishwasher and microwave safe. Do not use on an open flame. Because it is hand-finished and made from earthenware, slight variations in color and texture may occur.

Artisan & Craft
Artisan & Craft

Made in Hasami, a pottery region in Nagasaki long admired for practical, well-balanced tableware, this soba choko is shaped in durable earthenware and finished by hand for a gently individual touch. Its inban-stamped pattern reflects a classic Japanese decorating method, where a carved block transfers crisp motifs onto the surface, giving everyday use a quiet sense of rhythm and tradition. Sized for soba, tea, desserts, or small side dishes, it brings the easy versatility that has made soba choko a cherished staple of Japanese dining.

Note

Each piece is hand-finished, so slight differences in color and texture may occur. Dishwasher and microwave safe; not for open flame use.

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.