Japanese Hagi Ware Ceramic Yunomi Teacup Vtg Pottery Pink Gray Yakimono TC556 knife unglazed bottom or Tsuchimise

unglazed bottom or Tsuchimise

Kanji on inside: Iwata (owner's last name)

Packed weight: 246 grams

Details: It's a one of a kind original Japanese mid or late Meiji period 1890 stencil pattern “Katagami" for dying textiles “Katazome”

Kanji on the side: Tenpo 12 nen (C1840)

Japanese Hagi Ware Ceramic Yunomi Teacup Vtg Pottery Pink Gray Yakimono TC556 knife unglazed bottom or TsuchimiseJapanese Hagi Ware Yunomi Teacup This vintage Japanese ceramic teacup is in a very basic pink and gray color with no other designs other than a crackled look. The base has a triangle cutout, which is a common feature of hagi yaki pottery. The bottom is stamped with the hagi kanji. This cup is called yunomi, made for serving and drinking sencha (standard loose leaf tea). It is typically brought to guests in one's home, a business, or a restaurant on a