[Kutani Ware] Seikou Kiln Genesis Demitasse Cup & Saucer Set - Fujin & Raijin

[Kutani Ware Seikou Kiln] Genesis Demitasse Cup & Saucer Set — Fujin & Raijin — Dual Deity Protection: Symbolizing strength, warding off misfortune, and abundant fortune! 📌 About Seikou Kiln and Craftsmanship From the renowned Kutani Ware brand, Seikou Kiln, a representative brand that brings traditional aesthetics into daily life. - Exclusive Craftsmanship: Seikou Kiln uses its uniquely developed Wafuu (Japanese-style) paints to depict colors with a sense of transparency and depth. - Brand Philosophy: The works elegantly integrate traditional patterns, nurtured over 360 years of history, into modern living, presenting an enduring Japanese aesthetic. Seikou Kiln transforms Kutani Ware from merely expensive art pieces into high-quality "Everyday Kutani" that everyone can easily collect. 🌟 Genesis Demitasse Cup & Saucer Set: Miniature Auspicious Charms - Series Theme: This series inherits the meaning of "auspiciousness," incorporating classic floral patterns into daily life to bring splendor and blessings to your home. - Size Definition: This is a Demitasse size. Derived from the French "Demi" (half) and "Tasse" (cup), it's a small cup type for rich coffee (like Espresso) or small portions of exquisite tea. 🎨 Motif Introduction: The Power of Wind and Thunder, Mighty Protection This cup and saucer set features the iconic "Wind God" (Fujin) and "Thunder God" (Raijin) from Japanese Buddhist art, symbolizing dual protection and strength: - Core Motif: The cup body and saucer primarily depict the green or blue Wind God (holding a windbag, symbolizing the flow of fortune) and the blue Thunder God (carrying thunder drums on his back, symbolizing power and warding off misfortune). - Background Pattern: The cup and saucer are set against a vibrant yellow "Seigaiha" (wave) pattern, symbolizing endless ocean waves, representing peace, longevity, happiness, and prosperity. - Auspicious Meaning: The power of the Wind and Thunder Gods carries the meaning of overcoming all obstacles and being invincible, offering powerful protection. - Visual Features: Kutani Ware's vivid overglaze enamels (yellow, blue, green, red) perfectly capture the majestic poses of the two deities. The Wind God and Thunder God are intertwined over the peaceful Seigaiha pattern, creating a design full of traditional aesthetics and vitality. 💖 Gift Recommendation: Endless Blessings and Sentiments This cup and saucer set is rich with the symbolism of dual deity protection, making it especially suitable for friends embarking on new goals in their careers or lives, encouraging them to forge ahead. It conveys blessings of good fortune, power, and the warding off of misfortune to important people. 【Specifications】 Dimensions: Cup Rim - Diameter approx. 6 cm x Height 6.9 cm Saucer - Diameter 12.3 cm x Height 1.5 cm Capacity: Approx. 65 cc Material: Ceramic Origin: Made in Japan 📢 Important Notice for Customers: Purchasing Kutani Ware Decorative Items Please read the following carefully before purchasing to ensure your rights and understand the characteristics of ceramic decorative items: I. Uniqueness and Product Variations in Handmade Crafts (Not Defects) Kutani Ware is an art piece hand-painted and fired by artisans, possessing the following unavoidable characteristics: - Hand-painted/Coloring Marks: Colors, glazes, and pattern placement are all hand-drawn, which may result in slight unevenness in coloring or pigment buildup (especially in Mori-style layering). Due to the handmade nature, each owl will have unique, subtle variations in expression, gaze, and pattern depth. - Firing Marks: There may be minor black spots (iron in the clay), small bubbles, pinholes, or slight glaze drips. - Overall Variations: Colors, patterns, and shapes will have slight differences; the appearance of the actual shipped product will prevail. - Image Color Differences: The color of product images may vary slightly due to computer monitor settings; please refer to the actual product color. - Size Errors: Product dimensions are all measured by hand, with an error margin of approximately 0.5-1 cm. Size charts may have slight discrepancies with actual product dimensions due to material, measurement starting/ending points, and human measurement methods. → Summary: The above are unique characteristics and warmth of handmade crafts and are not considered product defects. II. Daily Care and Prohibitions ※ Anti-Drop Reminder: Ceramics are fragile; please handle with care, avoid heavy impacts, and place on a stable surface. ※ Cleaning Method: It is recommended to gently dust with a soft brush or dry cloth. ※ Water Avoidance: Decorative items are not recommended for washing with water or prolonged immersion. ※ Electronic Product Prohibition: Strictly forbidden to place in microwave ovens, ovens, or dishwashers to avoid damaging the painted glaze. III. After-Sales Service and Return/Exchange Policy ※ Appreciation Period Explanation: The appreciation period is "not a trial period." Please unpack and inspect the item immediately upon receipt. ※ Defect Reporting: If the product has obvious damage or significant defects, please take photos and contact customer service within 24 hours of arrival. ※ Return/Exchange Restrictions (Non-Defects): Due to the characteristics of handmade products (refer to point I) and having confirmed the size and style before purchase, returns or exchanges will not be accepted for these reasons after sale (excluding incorrect item shipment or obvious defects). ※ Impact on Return Rights: If the product has been opened, used, or disassembled, resulting in a loss of completeness and resale value, it will affect your right to return. If the item is stained, has tags removed or damaged, or is missing accessories, returns or exchanges cannot be made. We apologize for any inconvenience.