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A Yunomi (湯のみ) is a traditional Japanese tea cup designed for everyday tea drinking. Unlike formal tea ceremony bowls, Yunomi are made for daily use and are commonly enjoyed with green tea, hojicha, genmaicha, and other Japanese teas. Their comfortable shape makes them suitable for both hot and cold beverages.

Yes. Every mug, tea cup, and matcha bowl in our Tea & Coffee Collection is handcrafted in Japan by skilled artisans. Each product page clearly states its origin, and craftsmanship, ensuring you know the story behind every piece.

Both Yunomi and Chawan are traditional Japanese tea vessels, but they are designed for different styles of tea.

A Yunomi (湯のみ) is a tall, handleless cup made for everyday tea drinking and is commonly used for green tea, sencha, hojicha, and genmaicha.

A Chawan (茶碗) is a wider, open bowl specifically designed for preparing and drinking matcha during the Japanese tea ceremony, allowing enough space for whisking the tea with a bamboo whisk.

In short, Yunomi is for everyday tea, while Chawan is for matcha.

Absolutely. While many of our cups are traditionally designed for Japanese tea, they are equally suitable for coffee, herbal tea, hot chocolate, and other everyday drinks. Many customers enjoy using our handmade ceramic mugs and yunomi for their morning coffee.

Our Artisan Collection features exceptional handmade pieces created by renowned Japanese artisans and heritage workshops. Each piece reflects generations of craftsmanship and is selected for its authenticity, quality, and timeless design.