{"product_id":"kato-mikiko_yeti-torizara","title":"Plate S Yeti  | Mikiko Kato","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumor in Everyday Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Yeti, said to inhabit the Himalayan mountains, is depicted with an endearing expression that naturally brings a smile to your face. With its open mouth, there's a mysterious charm that can't simply be described as cute. The creator's wish to bring \"humor\" into daily life is embodied in this adorable piece.\u003cbr\u003e\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\/DSC02492_fec74edd-25ba-4a28-8f7e-b0925744c9ea_480x480.jpg?v=1778234149\" alt=\"加藤美紀子さんのイエティ取皿\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts form evokes the spirit of ancient clay figurines and Oriental ornamentation. There's an inexplicable humor inherent in the animal figures created by ancient peoples. The beauty that arises from imperfection quietly breathes life into this Yeti.\u003cbr\u003e\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\/DSC03415_0195fef6-8c24-4304-8464-d7ce2b42ac23_480x480.jpg?v=1778234149\" alt=\"加藤美紀子さんのイエティ取皿\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe soft, faded painting resembles a woodblock print or a rubber stamp. The creator mentioned observing the gestures of animals at a bear ranch tirelessly. This piece holds the distinct warmth that only comes from careful observation. Even in its slightly goofy expression, there's a hint of life.\u003cbr\u003e\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\/DSC02658_3da27a22-9623-4f4c-934b-666669488d89_480x480.jpg?v=1778234149\" alt=\"加藤美紀子さんのイエティ取皿\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether serving sweet treats or pouring a steaming beverage, simply having it on your table turns ordinary moments into something a little more whimsical. You admire it, use it, and your eyes meet again. Before you know it, it gently soothes your heart in everyday life.\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\/DSC02758_99da2f69-5a3d-4578-b20b-e0f46239b002_480x480.jpg?v=1778234149\" alt=\"加藤美紀子さんのイエティ取皿\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach item is handmade, so there may be individual differences in color, shape, thickness, size, weight, glaze unevenness\/pooling, stone bursts, slight wobbles, and subtle variations in patterns. Also, some items may have variations in glaze application, crazing, pinholes, or iron spots (black dots), but these do not affect usability. Please enjoy them as unique expressions of handmade craftsmanship. We cannot guarantee which specific item you will receive, but we hope you look forward to its arrival. If you are concerned, please feel free to contact us before shipping, and we will 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;\"\u003eMikiko Kato's Tableware Collection\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\u003eOrigin\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. 15.2cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeight: Approx. 3cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: Approx. 263g\u003cbr\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\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 76.839%; height: 86.5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMicrowave: OK for warming\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 Department\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%;\"\u003eBegan artistic activities as a ceramic artist's assistant 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 pieces have been sealed, so they are ready for immediate use.\u003cbr\u003e〇 Due to the nature of the material, \"kohiki\" (powdered clay) ceramics are composed of three layers – clay, slip, and glaze – making them 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 \"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 one by one, there will be individual differences in color, shape, pattern, size, thickness, and weight. Also, even with the same glaze and clay, there may be color unevenness and variations in shade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e〇 As each pattern is hand-drawn, the expression may vary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e〇 Depending on the product and manufacturing process, small holes, small black dots, hairline scratches, protrusions, pinholes, wobbles, or distortions may be present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e〇 While we process images to be as close to the actual color as possible, the color and texture may appear different depending on your computer or smartphone display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e〇 We deliver products that have passed not only the inspections of the manufacturer, kiln, and artist, but also our final inspection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e〇 Product photos are samples, so the actual 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 are not 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":48864028098810,"sku":"KMK-036","price":3410.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/1909\/9810\/files\/DSC02626_0f793ab3-da70-4d42-85e8-fcd2db18082b.jpg?v=1778234149","url":"https:\/\/shikioriori-store.jp\/en\/products\/kato-mikiko_yeti-torizara","provider":"四季折折 （オンラインストア）","version":"1.0","type":"link"}