{"product_id":"takunobusawada_smallmug_202504sunfish","title":"Coffee Cup -Sunfish by Takunobu Sawada ","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC07639_944b1f1e-a58d-4d38-adb2-3f3a8bf517ff.jpg?v=1747487205\"\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 the countryside of Nantan, Kyoto, ceramic artist Takanobu Sawada creates pottery inspired by the nature that surrounds his studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eHis animal designs are realistic yet warm and endearing, shaped and carved with great care to ensure each cup is comfortable to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe soft, milky white kohiki glaze brings out the gentle texture unique to handmade ceramic ware.\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=\"Close-up of animal carving on kohiki mug by Takanobu Sawada\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eA mug that captures the warmth of handmade craft\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe animal motifs are not painted, but delicately carved into the kohiki surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEach line has a sense of movement, resulting in a piece that feels both expressive and gentle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eBorn into a family of Kyo and Kiyomizu ware artisans, Takanobu Sawada has been immersed in pottery since childhood, now with over 20 years of experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThough still in his thirties, his skill and artistry place him among the most accomplished of his generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC07775.jpg?v=1747487194\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eBlending youthful creativity with refined craftsmanship, Sawada's work offers a fresh take on Kyoto's ceramic tradition—pieces meant to enrich your everyday moments.\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 beautifully slender silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wide handle and lightweight form make it a delight to use—something you’ll naturally reach for every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind your favorite animal design and enjoy it as your personal, daily-use 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":50710031237439,"sku":"takunobusawada_smallmug_202504Sunfish","price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Simple Gifts","offer_id":50710031270207,"sku":"takunobusawada_smallmug_202504Sunfish","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Gift Wrapping","offer_id":50710031302975,"sku":"takunobusawada_smallmug_202504Sunfish","price":31.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC07639.jpg?v=1747487194","url":"https:\/\/www.kotopotter.jp\/en-int\/products\/takunobusawada_smallmug_202504sunfish","provider":"KOTOPOTTER","version":"1.0","type":"link"}