Mino ware Bellflower Don Bowl - Black / 桔梗の丼 008160 Each piece is unique

Each piece is unique

Nonetheless

the teapot is not suitable for dishwashers or microwaves

This condiment container was made by Aritayaki

where iron acetate—crafted from steel wool and vinegar—reacts with the natural tannins in the wood to develop a distinctive

Mino ware Bellflower Don Bowl - Black / 桔梗の丼 008160 Each piece is uniqueThis striking donburi bowl is adorned with the kikyou (bellflower) crest, a motif once used by the samurai Akechi Mitsuhide. Finished in a refined silver glazed black, it is handcrafted in Mino, the region tied to Mitsuhides legacy a quiet homage to centuries past. Measuring 16 cm in diameter, its just the right size for daily use perfect for rice bowls, udon, soba, or as a stylish serving bowl. The kikyou, a flower loved by the Japanese since ancient