maison-tombo-wo handmade ceramic mugs from Onta, Japan, with textured brown surfaces and diagonal green-glazed patterns
maison-tombo-two handmade ceramic mugs from Onta, Japan, with textured brown surfaces and diagonal green-glazed patterns, displayed against a dark background.
maison-tombo-close-up of a single Japanese ceramic cup from Onta Village with a rustic handle and green-glazed rim
maison-tombo-two hands cradling a dark ceramic mug filled with coffee, emphasizing the warm tactile experience of Maison Tombo’s Onta pottery.
maison-tombo-erson holding a handmade Japanese ceramic mug with green interior glaze, gazing out softly lit window—capturing a quiet morning ritual.
maison-tombo-wo handmade ceramic mugs from Onta, Japan, with textured brown surfaces and diagonal green-glazed patterns
maison-tombo-two handmade ceramic mugs from Onta, Japan, with textured brown surfaces and diagonal green-glazed patterns, displayed against a dark background.
maison-tombo-close-up of a single Japanese ceramic cup from Onta Village with a rustic handle and green-glazed rim
maison-tombo-two hands cradling a dark ceramic mug filled with coffee, emphasizing the warm tactile experience of Maison Tombo’s Onta pottery.
maison-tombo-erson holding a handmade Japanese ceramic mug with green interior glaze, gazing out softly lit window—capturing a quiet morning ritual.

Two Together#1 | Set of Two Handcrafted Cups

US$220.00

With their own distinctive glazes and patterns, these Onta ware assorted cups celebrate creativity. The firing in the kiln has created unique features pleasing to the touch and to the eye. Naturally sourced materials such as clay also enhance flavor and texture of ingredients.

Craftsmanship was initially developed with practical and utilitarian functions in mind using local resources available. The clay used in the village of Onta is sourced from stone found in the local mountains and is prepared using a water mill, a process known as kara'usu, which can take up to two months. The pottery is fired in wood-burning kilns, and the glazes are made from natural materials such as straw, iron, copper, and ash. Onta ware has been designated as an Important Intangible Cultural Property of Japan. The sound of the water mill is one of Japan’s 100 Soundscapes, a collection of sounds that are culturally significant and protected for future generations.

Drinking coffee or tea in these cups pleases our senses thanks to the delicate touch of the natural glaze and the smooth taste of the beverage. Using handcrafted ceramics made of natural materials help us to live in harmony with nature and to embellish our life.

With their own distinctive glazes and patterns, these Onta ware assorted cups celebrate creativity. The firing in the kiln has created unique features pleasing to the touch and to the eye. Naturally sourced materials such as clay also enhance flavor and texture of ingredients.

Craftsmanship was initially developed with practical and utilitarian functions in mind using local resources available. The clay used in the village of Onta is sourced from stone found in the local mountains and is prepared using a water mill, a process known as kara'usu, which can take up to two months. The pottery is fired in wood-burning kilns, and the glazes are made from natural materials such as straw, iron, copper, and ash. Onta ware has been designated as an Important Intangible Cultural Property of Japan. The sound of the water mill is one of Japan’s 100 Soundscapes, a collection of sounds that are culturally significant and protected for future generations.

Drinking coffee or tea in these cups pleases our senses thanks to the delicate touch of the natural glaze and the smooth taste of the beverage. Using handcrafted ceramics made of natural materials help us to live in harmony with nature and to embellish our life.