Ginsai Kagami Mochi MAKER_Toshito Nakamura The built-in "sasame" porcelain strainer

The built-in "sasame" porcelain strainer at the spout ensures smooth pouring while preserving the tea’s delicate flavors

This is a standard-sized Japanese teacup

as they are the first to bloom as soon as the cold winter has passed

they are intended to add color to ordinary daily life

The carved indentations not only enhance the overall design's aesthetic appeal but also serve a functional purpose

Ginsai Kagami Mochi MAKER_Toshito Nakamura The built-in "sasame" porcelain strainerGet your home ready for a new year with this striking ceramic kagami mochi, or mirror rice cake. Placed on a glossy red platform are three smooth, rounded shapes, finished with an ornate red and gold decorative knot called kaga mizuhiki. Remove the orange piece on top to reveal a hollow interior, perfect for storing sweets, or keep it empty to fill with your wishes for 2024. Crafted with the Kutani ware technique, this particular item utilizes ginsai,