{"product_id":"japanese-shigaraki-ceramic-mug-in-earthy-black","title":"Japanese Shigaraki Ceramic Mug in Earthy Black","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeet the Japanese Shigaraki Ceramic Mug in Earthy Black, handcrafted by a craftsman in Shiga Prefecture in Japan. Located in Koka City, Shiga Prefecture, Shigaraki is one of Japan's six old kilns, with a history that goes back 1260 years. In 1976, Shigaraki-yaki (Shigaraki ware) was designated as a traditional craft in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormed from coarse, iron-rich clay, the mug carries a naturally textured surface with small feldspar inclusions that emerge through firing. The exterior reveals a deep, earthy black with subtle speckling, while the interior is finished with a soft, pale glaze—offering a gentle contrast in both tone and touch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlight variations in form, along with the quiet movement of the clay, reflect the spontaneity inherent to Shigaraki ware. The subtly contoured body and comfortably sized handle offer a balanced grip, making it well suited for everyday use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for coffee, tea, or small pours, the mug brings a calm, grounded presence to daily rituals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimension: approx. ⌀ 2.96\" (7.5 cm) x H 2.96\" (7.5 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlazed ceramic. Food-safe. Lead-free.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hechi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46610380685501,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/5217\/3245\/files\/IMG_1825.jpg?v=1775571524","url":"https:\/\/www.earthenarchive.com\/products\/japanese-shigaraki-ceramic-mug-in-earthy-black","provider":"EarthenArchive","version":"1.0","type":"link"}