{"product_id":"shima_sakecup_doga","title":"Sake cup  -仔犬(Puppy) A after Hochu Nakamura by shima. ","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/picture_pc_9eb836c96bd47981a15f83789f7c1288.webp?v=1753151244\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePuppy by Nakamura Hōchū — *Kōrin Gafu*, 1802 (Edo period), held by the National Institute of Japanese Literature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eA Classic Painting Reimagined in Clay — “Puppy” by Hōchū\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNakamura Hōchū, a renowned painter of the Edo period, was known for his warm and humorous brushwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis charmingly loose and endearing puppy illustrations have captured hearts for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow, this beloved artwork has been brought to life as a *guinomi* (sake cup), handcrafted by a Kyoto-based ceramic artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC00369-2.jpg?v=1753150674\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRounded Form, Refined by Hand\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis petite sake cup is carefully handmade, with a soft, rounded silhouette that fits perfectly in the palm of your hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts adorable shape invites you to gently roll it in your hands, while its functionality as a sake vessel remains uncompromised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach sip offers a moment of relaxation, adding joy to your daily rituals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC00489-2.jpg?v=1753150674\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Playful Presence, Like a Puppy at Play\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way the cup gently wobbles on the table is reminiscent of a playful puppy rolling around—filled with charm and whimsy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s the kind of object that brings a smile without trying too hard—a small delight in everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece adds a sense of peace and playfulness to any moment, whether used or simply admired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eArtist Profile: Masami Tanigaki\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e562-an (read: Goroni-an) — Artist name: shima.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBorn in 1979 in Muko City, Kyoto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraduated from Kyoto Traditional Crafts College, Ceramics Department, 2010\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstablished her kiln (now 562-an) in Kyoto City in 2012\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeld solo exhibition in 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAwarded Excellence Prize in 2024 Kyoto Enamelware Ceramic Exhibition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrently based in Minami Ward, Kyoto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"owner-comment-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv 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