Japanese Shinoware Ceramic Yunomi Teacup Vtg Pottery Bamboo Red Brown TC346 light blue Many stains

Many stains

lightweight round tray in classic shunkei-nuri style provides both function and beautiful decor

A perfect addition to any tea ceremony

Kanji on the back of lid: signature

at the temple

Japanese Shinoware Ceramic Yunomi Teacup Vtg Pottery Bamboo Red Brown TC346 light blue Many stainsJapanese Shinoware Ceramic Yunomi Teacup This vintage Japanese Shinoware teacup is glazed an ivory white with trademark Shino orangeish brown accents. It features sharp bamboo leaves as a design. The surface texture is pocked, but smooth to the touch and easy to hold. This small cup is called yunomi or a smaller, more cylindrical cup made for serving and drinking sencha (standard looseleaf tea). These cups are typically brought to guest in one's home,