{"product_id":"takunobusawada202507_mug_capybara","title":"Mug -Capybara  by Takunobu Sawada ","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Handmade Kyoto pottery mug with animal carving\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC00296.jpg?v=1752742851\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRealistic, yet warmly endearing—\u003cbr\u003eEnjoy a moment of calm with your favorite cup.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the serene countryside of Nantan, Kyoto, ceramic artist Takanobu Sawada creates traditional Japanese pottery inspired by nature and wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece features expressive animals, skillfully carved by hand to capture a balance of realism and warmth—perfect for adding personality to your daily table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery mug is handcrafted with thoughtful care. The gentle curves are shaped to feel natural in your hands, while the soft milky-white surface, made using the traditional kohiki technique, brings out the earthy charm of handmade ceramic from Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Hand-carved kohiki pottery detail\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC00172_c8336bf1-3969-43a7-8c05-609a54192ad7.jpg?v=1744253493\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe warmth of handmade tradition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe animal motifs are not painted, but carved directly into the clay surface. Each line has a sense of motion, giving the piece a vivid, handmade character unique to Sawada’s style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn to a family of Kyoto ceramic artists specializing in Kyo and Kiyomizu ware, Sawada has been immersed in pottery since childhood. With over 20 years of experience, he blends skilled technique with youthful creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Japanese ceramic mug with animal motif by Takanobu Sawada\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC00253-2.jpg?v=1752742850\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis work brings a fresh sense of originality to traditional Kyoto pottery—pieces that are not only beautiful, but also practical for everyday use. Let one of these unique mugs become part of your daily ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"owner-comment-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"owner-illustration\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"108\" width=\"108\" alt=\"Shop owner illustration\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/IMG_3946.png?v=1734679129\"\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 generously sized mug is both practical and beautifully expressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wide, curved handle offers a secure grip and is easy to hold, even when filled to the brim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hand-carved animals are full of personality and presence—each design is so lively, it draws you in with every glance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind the one that speaks to you, and make it a part of your daily moments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\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":51113338011967,"sku":"takunobusawada202507_mug_capybara","price":5610.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false},{"title":"Simple Gifts","offer_id":51113338044735,"sku":"takunobusawada202507_mug_capybara","price":5900.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false},{"title":"Gift Wrapping","offer_id":51113338077503,"sku":"takunobusawada202507_mug_capybara","price":6000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC00253_06e636cf-645e-46df-893f-5907b6088b76.jpg?v=1752748837","url":"https:\/\/www.kotopotter.jp\/en\/products\/takunobusawada202507_mug_capybara","provider":"KOTOPOTTER","version":"1.0","type":"link"}