Kyoto Vegetables Medium Bowl Design:Manganji Pepper symbolizing longevity and happiness

symbolizing longevity and happiness

Each stroke is masterfully executed to enhance the cup’s refined Kutani form

Lightweight and easy to hold

The Bizen ware beer cups also make the bubbles fine

Kyoto Vegetables Medium Bowl Design:Manganji Pepper symbolizing longevity and happinessThe Kyoto Vegetables Medium Bowl features a vegetable motif inspired by Kyoto produce, with variations including Kamo eggplant, Manganji pepper, and Shogoin radish. Rendered in the blue and white of sometsuke with gosu pigment, the hand painted lines give form and expression to vegetables long familiar in Kyoto. The softly undulating rim creates a natural grip, while the changing height softens the profile. Its depth lends itself to simmered dishes,