BARBAR MARUHIRO IROE Small Plate - Pygmy Hedgehog

Product Description:

Introducing the charming mamebachi bowl, a delightful petite vessel that fits snugly in the palm of your hand. Perfect for serving garnishes, spices, and condiments such as sauces, pickles, jams, butter, tempura salt, sashimi soy sauce, and even small snacks. Each piece in this series features adorable redesigns, blending traditional motifs with a modern Hasami tableware aesthetic.

Drawing inspiration from the delicate and glittering colored porcelain of Koimari, which captivated Western audiences during the Edo period and left a lasting influence on European porcelain production. Infused with the elegance of the Enpo period's colors and styles, renowned for their refinement, we seamlessly merge modern motifs with traditional patterns in this captivating collection.

[Pygmy Hedgehog]
The traditional pattern means fertility, fertility, longevity, etc., and is considered to be an auspicious pattern. The squirrel, which is considered to be a lucky charm for the prosperity of descendants because it resembles a mouse, has become a cute pygmy hedgehog (Four-toed hedgehog).

Product Details:
Material: Porcelain
Size: 10.5 cm diameter x 1.2 cm height

Important Guidelines for Safe Use:

• Microwave use is permissible.
• Avoid exposing this product to open flames, induction hobs (IH), ovens, or dishwashers.
• This product employs a type of paint known as Japanese paint, which contains a significant amount of glass. Consequently, the presence of small pinholes in the paint is considered a characteristic, and this should be noted as a quality feature.
• Please refrain from using abrasive scrubbers or abrasive materials, as there are pigments on the glaze, and excessive rubbing may result in overprint loss.
• When cleaning, kindly utilize a soft sponge.
• Do not employ a dishwasher or dryer at temperatures exceeding 60°C or for extended durations, as this may lead to paint peeling or thinning due to friction.
• Avoid soaking and washing the product.
• To prevent cracking, allow the product to return to room temperature before heating it in the microwave. Avoid sudden immersion of hot items in water.
• Carefully manage the product's temperature to prevent localized heat buildup, as abrupt temperature changes could cause cracking in certain areas.