{"product_id":"asamimaeda_mug_ashblue","title":"Mug – Floral Shippo Pattern ,Ash blue  by Asami Maeda","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/C0249.jpg?v=1748165313\" alt=\"Jiucasca Kyoto pottery\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Elegance Rooted in Traditional Kyoto Pottery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocated in a quiet neighborhood of northern Kyoto, Jiucasca is a new Kiyomizu-ware studio established by the young ceramic artist Asami Maeda.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed after the idea of \"gentle rain\" that quietly nourishes our daily lives, Jiucasca offers handmade ceramics that embody a sense of tranquility and refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith fresh breezes from Mount Hiei flowing through the studio, her pieces are inspired by botanical and natural landscapes, blending intricate plant motifs with the spirit of traditional Kyoto pottery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Kyoto ceramic art Jiucasca\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC08736-2.jpg?v=1748225856\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique and Sensibility in Harmony\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a background in painting and philosophy, Asami Maeda brings a unique artistic vision to her work in ceramic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile respecting time-honored Japanese pottery techniques, she infuses her creations with free-spirited design sensibility, offering a breath of fresh air to Kyoto's traditional ceramic scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC08734.jpg?v=1748164125\" alt=\"Kyoto handmade pottery\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCeramics That Quietly Enrich the Everyday\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"I want to cherish the connection between the maker and the user,\" says Maeda. Her ceramic wares are not only visually beautiful but also thoughtfully crafted for daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe serene hues and gentle forms harmonize naturally with both Western and Japanese dining, offering a quiet moment of peace every time you pick them up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"owner-comment-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"owner-illustration\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Shop owner illustration\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/IMG_3946.png?v=1734679129\" width=\"108\" height=\"108\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"owner-info\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"owner-name\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOwner's Comment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"owner-comment\"\u003eThis piece has a generous, straight-sided form that's perfect for a relaxing morning coffee. Its durable construction makes it ideal for long-term, everyday use. The delicate decorations on the translucent white porcelain with a hint of blue give it a refined elegance that fits effortlessly into both Western and Japanese table settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n  .owner-comment-box {\n    display: flex;\n    align-items: center;\n    padding: 20px;\n    border: 1px solid #ddd;\n    background-color: #F3F3F3;\n    border-radius: 10px;\n  }\n\n  .owner-illustration {\n    margin-right: 20px;\n  }\n\n  .owner-illustration img {\n    width: 108px;\n    height: 108px;\n    border-radius: 50%;\n  }\n\n  .owner-info {\n    flex: 1;\n  }\n\n  .owner-name {\n    font-size: 1.2em;\n    color: #333;\n    font-weight: bold;\n    text-align: left;\n    margin: 0;\n  }\n\n  .owner-comment {\n    font-size: 1em;\n    color: #333;\n    line-height: 1.5;\n    margin-top: 10px;\n  }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"KOTOPOTTER","offers":[{"title":"For home use","offer_id":50960567664959,"sku":"asamimaeda_mug_ashblue","price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Simple Gifts","offer_id":50960567697727,"sku":"asamimaeda_mug_ashblue","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gift Wrapping","offer_id":50960567730495,"sku":"asamimaeda_mug_ashblue","price":41.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC08733.jpg?v=1748225850","url":"https:\/\/www.kotopotter.jp\/en-int\/products\/asamimaeda_mug_ashblue","provider":"KOTOPOTTER","version":"1.0","type":"link"}