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Small cup -Sunfish by Takunobu Sawada

Small cup -Sunfish by Takunobu Sawada

Regular price ¥2,640 JPY
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Realistic, yet endearing.
Take a quiet moment with your favorite cup.

Deep in the satoyama of Nantan, Kyoto, ceramic artist Takanobu Sawada creates his works surrounded by rich natural beauty.

His pottery features lifelike yet heartwarming depictions of animals, each rendered with warmth and care.

Each piece is carefully shaped and trimmed for comfortable daily use.

The soft, milky-white kohiki clay body highlights the gentle texture unique to earthenware.

Hand-carved animal design by Kyoto ceramic artist Takanobu Sawada

Feel the warmth of handcrafted work

Rather than using a brush, the animal designs are carved directly into the kohiki surface.

Each line has movement and expression, resulting in pieces that radiate warmth and originality.

Born into a family of Kyo and Kiyomizu ware artisans, Sawada has been familiar with pottery since childhood and has over 20 years of experience.

Now in his 30s, he is a skilled and seasoned artist who blends refined technique with a fresh sensibility.

 

Sawada brings a distinctly Kyoto style to his work—one that feels at home in modern everyday life. Let his craftsmanship enrich your daily routine.

 

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Owner's Comment

This small cup can be used as a teacup or for everyday drinks.

Its charming size fits comfortably in your palm, and the gently carved animal design brings a sense of calm.

A perfect piece to accompany your daily meals with a quiet, heartwarming presence.

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Takunobu Sawada

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Dimensions & Weight

Rim diameter 82 Height 70 (mm)

190 g

※Due to the handmade nature, there may be individual variations.

Ceramic Type & Care

Ceramic Type: Pottery

Care Instructions

Microwave safe
Dishwasher safe
Oven not recommended

※Details about the types of ceramics can be found here.

Shipping Information

[Japan]

  • Free shipping
  • Ships within 1-4 days
  • Delivered by Yu-Pack (Japan Post)

[Outside Japan]

  • Flat rate shipping fee of 1,000 yen
  • Free shipping on purchases over 20,000 yen (or equivalent in other currencies)
  • Ships within 1-4 days

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