Hitohana Japanese Earthenware Cup & Saucer, White

A beautiful eight sided cup and saucer, named 'Hitohana', or 'One Flower', great for hot or cold drinks. The plate can be used as a saucer or separately as a plate for small morsels. Made in Aichi Prefecture in Japan by Marumitsu Poterie, established in 1950, who create table and kitchenwares embracing both traditional and modern ceramic techniques, using a diverse range of natural materials (porcelain, stoneware, earthenware and open-fire resistant earthenware). Their collection of tableware and donabes are made from natural clay excavated from the Japanese mountains, shaped and glazed by hand, with dipped or hand-brushed glazes. Measures 87mm in diameter and 68mm high, with a capacity of 210cc. Microwave and dishwasher safe, but not oven safe.