{"product_id":"takunobusawada_smallmug_202504hippo","title":"Coffee Cup -Hippo by Takunobu Sawada ","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC07644_8e61d0ac-dbfb-4c17-9bf6-5da621baf900.jpg?v=1747487295\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eRealistic, yet endearing.\u003cbr\u003e Take a quiet moment with your favorite cup.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eIn the countryside of Nantan, Kyoto, ceramic artist Takanobu Sawada creates warm and expressive pottery inspired by the nature that surrounds his studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eHis works feature lifelike animals that exude charm, each hand-formed with care and designed for ease of use in daily life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe soft, milky-white kohiki base highlights the gentle texture unique to handmade Japanese pottery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up of carved kohiki mug by Takanobu Sawada\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC00172_c8336bf1-3969-43a7-8c05-609a54192ad7.jpg?v=1744253493\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe charm of hand-carved ceramic art\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eInstead of painting with a brush, the animal motifs are etched directly into the kohiki surface using a carving technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEach line is filled with movement, bringing warmth and individuality to every piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTakanobu Sawada, the son of a Kyo and Kiyomizu ware potter, has been involved in ceramics from a young age. Now with over 20 years of experience, he is considered a master craftsman in his field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC07771.jpg?v=1747487283\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCombining refined skill with a youthful perspective, he creates original pieces that reflect the spirit of Kyoto’s ceramic tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEnjoy the unique atmosphere that his work brings to your everyday life—a beautiful fusion of tradition and personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"owner-comment-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"owner-illustration\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"108\" width=\"108\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/IMG_3946.png?v=1734679129\" alt=\"Shop owner illustration\"\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 beautifully slender silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wide handle and light body make it comfortable and easy to use—perfect for daily enjoyment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose your favorite animal and make this your go-to mug for a little daily comfort.\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":50710022095167,"sku":"takunobusawada_smallmug_202504hippo","price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Simple Gifts","offer_id":50710022127935,"sku":"takunobusawada_smallmug_202504hippo","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gift Wrapping","offer_id":50710022160703,"sku":"takunobusawada_smallmug_202504hippo","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC07644.jpg?v=1747487283","url":"https:\/\/www.kotopotter.jp\/en-int\/products\/takunobusawada_smallmug_202504hippo","provider":"KOTOPOTTER","version":"1.0","type":"link"}