{"product_id":"handmade-japanese-tenge-teacup-saucer-nishikawa-japan","title":"HANDMADE JAPANESE TENGE TEACUP \u0026 SAUCER | NISHIKAWA JAPAN","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"380\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eExperience the delicate beauty of Japanese tea culture with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"269\"\u003eTenge Tea Cup \u0026amp; Saucer\u003c\/strong\u003e, expertly crafted by \u003cstrong data-start=\"291\" data-end=\"310\"\u003eNISHIKAWA JAPAN\u003c\/strong\u003e, a Kyoto-based teaware brand with a heritage dating back to \u003cstrong data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"379\"\u003e1917\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"775\"\u003eMade using a specialised porcelain technique known as \u003cstrong data-start=\"436\" data-end=\"471\"\u003eEggshell Porcelain (Rankaku-de)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the cup is remarkably thin and lightweight—almost as light as paper. Its translucent body allows light to gently pass through, while a delicate \u003cstrong data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"642\"\u003eCamellia (Tea Flower)\u003c\/strong\u003e motif is subtly revealed at the base of the cup when held up to the light, celebrating the quiet artistry of Japanese craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003eThe elegant hemispherical shape enhances the natural colour of tea, allowing every infusion to be appreciated visually as well as in taste. Designed to pair beautifully with the matching teapot, this refined cup and saucer create a harmonious tea experience for both everyday rituals and special occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003eTenge (天華)\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning \u003cstrong data-start=\"1114\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003e\"Heavenly Flower,\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is inspired by the elegance of flowers in the heavens. Crafted from matte white eggshell porcelain, the cup is wrapped in a softly raised \u003cstrong data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1290\"\u003eShippo (七宝)\u003c\/strong\u003e pattern reminiscent of delicate lace. The subtle relief adds gentle depth and texture, creating a refined balance between traditional Japanese motifs and contemporary design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePRODUCT DETAILS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNISHIKAWA JAPAN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCup: Ø9.6 × W12 × H4.5 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eSaucer: Ø13.5 × H1.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e220ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e145g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJapanese porcelain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot suitable for dishwasher, microwave, freezer, oven, or direct flame use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fine, lightweight construction of these vessels makes them beautifully delicate. To preserve their finish, we recommend gentle hand washing, as dishwashers may cause chipping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eEach piece is handcrafted, with slight variations in form and texture. Subtle glaze variations are a natural characteristic of the making process and add to the unique expression of each piece.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall black specks may appear on the surface due to naturally occurring iron in the clay. These are a normal characteristic of Japanese ceramics and are not considered defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe matte, unglazed surface gives each piece its distinctive texture. 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