{"product_id":"takunobusawada_smallmug_202504cuttlefish","title":"Coffee Cup -Cuttlefish by Takunobu Sawada ","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC07641_efcb6377-21c7-4f7b-8db0-93c5d6437577.jpg?v=1747487113\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eRealistic, yet full of charm.\u003cbr\u003e Take a quiet moment with your favorite cup.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eIn a studio nestled in the countryside of Nantan, Kyoto, ceramic artist Takanobu Sawada creates pottery inspired by the nature surrounding him.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eHis work features realistic yet heartwarming animals, carefully shaped and carved to feel comfortable and natural in your hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe soft, milky white kohiki glaze enhances the gentle texture unique to handmade ceramics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC00172_c8336bf1-3969-43a7-8c05-609a54192ad7.jpg?v=1744253493\" alt=\"Animal carving on kohiki pottery by Takanobu Sawada\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFeel the warmth of handmade craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe animals are not painted, but expressed by gently carving into the kohiki surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEach line holds movement, giving the piece its own expressive character and warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTakanobu Sawada, whose father is a potter of Kyo and Kiyomizu ware, grew up surrounded by ceramics and has already built a 20-year career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eNow in his thirties, he is an established artist known for his refined skills and unique style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC07770.jpg?v=1747487091\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWith a blend of youthful creativity and traditional craftsmanship, Sawada brings a fresh perspective to Kyoto ceramics—pieces meant to enrich your everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\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\u003eThis compact mug has a slender silhouette that’s both elegant and easy to hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wide handle and light construction make it a joy to use—something you'll want to reach for every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose your favorite animal motif and enjoy it as your own personal mug.\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":50710043459903,"sku":"takunobusawada_smallmug_202504cuttlefish","price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Simple Gifts","offer_id":50710043492671,"sku":"takunobusawada_smallmug_202504cuttlefish","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Gift Wrapping","offer_id":50710043525439,"sku":"takunobusawada_smallmug_202504cuttlefish","price":31.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC07641.jpg?v=1747487065","url":"https:\/\/www.kotopotter.jp\/en-int\/products\/takunobusawada_smallmug_202504cuttlefish","provider":"KOTOPOTTER","version":"1.0","type":"link"}