{"product_id":"kato-mikiko_kuma-mug_gray","title":"Mag Bear Grey | Mikiko Kato","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn Adorable Expression\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis bear has a vacant expression with its mouth slightly open. Its seemingly communicative expression is so adorable that just looking at it brings a soothing feeling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/1909\/9810\/files\/DSC03487_2f6cfed0-ad31-4fe4-879e-7be0f07b6910_480x480.jpg?v=1778295079\" alt=\"加藤美紀子さんのクママググレー\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAncient Essence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe artist loves the shapes and decorated creatures from ancient Orient and the Jomon period, finding charm in their enigmatic expressions and unintentional humor. It's as if ancient and modern essences are blended, creating an inexpressible cuteness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/1909\/9810\/files\/DSC03423_210fa7c6-65d4-43af-a358-ea42e0673b73_480x480.jpg?v=1778236361\" alt=\"加藤美紀子さんのクママググレー\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJust Looking at it Brings Joy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach strand of fur is hand-carved, giving it a very realistic feel. Ms. Kato says she loves observing the various movements and expressions of bears at bear ranches. This strong curiosity might be what creates such uniquely charming expressions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/1909\/9810\/files\/DSC02646_d8cb3e97-570e-49fe-ba1f-dfe9ad0f6626_480x480.jpg?v=1778236361\" alt=\"加藤美紀子さんのクママググレー\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Moment of Joy and Relaxation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis bear mug has such a strong presence that you'll want to keep it by your side. With its adorable expression, it's a mug with a mysterious charm that energizes you when you're tired and brightens your mood when you're already feeling good.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/1909\/9810\/files\/DSC02752_78bda2d3-f3cc-49ae-a398-11a1cb244a32_480x480.jpg?v=1778236361\" alt=\"加藤美紀子さんのクママググレー\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach item is handmade, so there are individual differences in color, shape, thickness, size, weight, glaze unevenness\/pooling, stone inclusions, slight wobbling, and subtle differences in patterns\/designs. Additionally, some items may have variations in glaze application, crazing, pinholes, or iron spots (black dots), but these do not affect usability. Please enjoy these unique characteristics as part of the handmade charm. We cannot guarantee which specific item you will receive, but we hope you look forward to its arrival. If you have any concerns, please feel free to contact us before shipping, and we can email you additional photos.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e◆◆\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/mikiko-kato\" title=\"加藤美紀子さんの作品一覧\" style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003eSee all works by Mikiko Kato\u003c\/a\u003e◆◆\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 21px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.161%; height: 21px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction Area\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 76.839%; height: 21px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 21px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.161%; height: 21px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 76.839%; height: 21px;\"\u003eCeramic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 63px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.161%; height: 63px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 76.839%; height: 63px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiameter: approx. 8.7-8.9cm (including handle approx. 11.5-11.8cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeight: approx. 6.6cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: approx. 175-203g\u003cbr\u003eCapacity: approx. 200ml (80% full)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 86.5px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.161%; height: 86.5px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectronics Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 76.839%; height: 86.5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMicrowave: Can be used for reheating\u003cbr\u003eDishwasher: Not suitable\u003cbr\u003eOven: Not suitable\u003cbr\u003eDirect flame: Not suitable\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMikiko KATO\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.4682%;\"\u003e2021\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 77.5318%;\"\u003eGraduated from Aichi Prefectural Nagoya Advanced Technical School, Ceramics Course\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.4682%;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 77.5318%;\"\u003eEngaged in creative activities while assisting a potter in Seto City, Aichi Prefecture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.4682%;\"\u003eAutumn 2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 77.5318%;\"\u003eEstablished a studio in Mizunami City, Gifu Prefecture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Care and Precautions from Mikiko Kato\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e〇 The \"medome\" (sealing) treatment has been applied, so it can be used as is.\u003cbr\u003e〇 Kohiki-ware is made of three layers: body, slip, and glaze, and is inherently prone to chipping. Please be careful not to bump the rim when handling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eUnderstanding \"Utsuwa\" (Tableware)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e〇 Due to being handmade, each item will have individual differences in color, shape, pattern, size, thickness, and weight. Also, even with the same glaze and clay, there will be variations in color and shade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e〇 Since each drawing is hand-painted, the expressions may differ.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e〇 Depending on the manufacturing process, some products may have small holes, small black spots, hairline scratches, protrusions, pinholes, wobbling, or distortions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e〇 While we process images to make them as close to the actual colors as possible, the colors and textures may appear different depending on your computer or smartphone display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e〇 We deliver items that have passed not only the manufacturer's, kiln's, and artist's inspections, but also our final inspection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e〇 Product photos are sample shots, so the item you receive will not be identical in every detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e〇 We do not accept returns or exchanges due to customer preferences. Please understand and acknowledge this before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e〇 We hope you enjoy the \"flavor\" and \"interest\" unique to handmade items, which cannot be found in mass-produced factory goods!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"四季折折","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48864080789754,"sku":"KMK-041","price":4400.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/1909\/9810\/files\/DSC02632_8d238635-e76a-4810-8b23-ebd35c875bc9.jpg?v=1778236361","url":"https:\/\/shikioriori-store.jp\/en\/products\/kato-mikiko_kuma-mug_gray","provider":"四季折折 （オンラインストア）","version":"1.0","type":"link"}