{"product_id":"shima_sakecup_dogf","title":"Sake cup  -仔犬(Puppy) F after Hochu Nakamura by shima. ","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/picture_pc_9eb836c96bd47981a15f83789f7c1288.webp?v=1753151244\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e“Puppy” by Nakamura Hōchū – \u003cem\u003eKōrin Gafu\u003c\/em\u003e, Edo period (1802)\u003cbr\u003eCollection of the National Institute of Japanese Literature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eA Masterpiece Revived in Ceramic Form – “Puppy” by Hōchū\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNakamura Hōchū, a painter from the Edo period, was known for his relaxed, humorous style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis loosely drawn, irresistibly cute puppy illustration has long been beloved by generations of art lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis charming image has been brought back to life by a Kyoto-based ceramic artist, now reborn as a traditional handmade sake cup you can hold in your palm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC00433-2.jpg?v=1753156355\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRounded Shape, Lovingly Crafted by Hand\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach cup is handmade, featuring a soft, round form that fits naturally in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts playful shape and functional design as a sake vessel make it a delightful combination of art and practicality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy a calming sip, and feel the warmth of traditional Kyoto pottery in everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC00492-2.jpg?v=1753156355\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLike a Puppy at Play\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gentle wobble on a tabletop brings to mind a playful puppy rolling around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s full of lighthearted charm—just looking at it may bring a smile to your face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis handmade ceramic cup adds a soothing, joyful touch to your everyday moments.\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 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\u003eThis guinomi is full of whimsy and charm. 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