Inoue Tea Hisuitaru Yunomi
Best ceramic cup for traditional Japanese tea enthusiasts.
This Mino-yaki yunomi brings the raw, tactile soul of Gifu’s ancient clay traditions to your daily ritual. It lacks the sterile precision of modern porcelain, but that coarse, organic finish offers a grounded, authentic connection to your tea that mass-produced cups simply cannot replicate.
$16.00
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Who it's for
- Collectors seeking authentic, durable Japanese artisanal pottery
- Tea drinkers desiring a tactile, sensory-focused brewing experience
- Design enthusiasts wanting a visually striking, jade-toned statement piece
Who should skip it
- Users preferring to drink piping hot beverages immediately
- Busy households needing dishwasher-safe, low-maintenance drinkware
- Budget-conscious shoppers looking for mass-produced, easily replaceable mugs
Performance breakdown
Artisanal Craftsmanship
Authentic Mino-yaki pottery brings genuine Japanese heritage to your daily ritual.
Tactile Experience
Natural coarse clay offers a satisfying, organic grip in the hand.
Ergonomic Design
The tapered shape provides a comfortable hold for standard tea servings.
Maintenance Effort
Requires careful handwashing and manual care to preserve the ceramic finish.
Thermal Retention
Standard ceramic thickness provides moderate heat retention for traditional tea drinking.
Versatility
Perfectly sized for tea, though limited by lack of microwave compatibility.
Key Specs
Material
Ceramic
Origin
Japan
Dimension
2.6"(W) x 2.7"(H)
Capacity
8oz / 236ml
Care Instructions
Handwash
Dishwasher Safe
No
Cup Type
Teacup
Has Lid
No
Insulated
No
Has Handle
No
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