Kokuei Espresso cup set Set of 2

Yes, the Kokuei espresso cup set can be used in both the microwave and dishwasher. That said, it’s important to treat each piece with care.

We recommend placing the cups and saucers separately in the dishwasher to prevent contact with each other or other items, as unglazed pottery edges may be more sensitive to chipping.
To preserve the dry, tactile surface of the clay, avoid prolonged soaking and always dry thoroughly after washing. Quietly made, these pieces deserve quiet handling.

Absolutely.
This espresso cups set is made for everyday use.
Its balanced form, natural texture, and grounded feel make it both functional and calming, perfect for morning rituals or quiet breaks.
As part of refined Japanese tableware, each piece brings intention and presence to your daily routine.
Though unglazed pottery benefits from gentle care, these are not display pieces. They’re meant to be used, lived with, and quietly appreciated, day after day.

Yes.
When fired at high temperatures, as with traditional Sue ware in Japan, unglazed pottery becomes dense and suitable for daily use.
The Kokuei espresso cup set is made from carefully selected clay and finished without glaze, then fired at a temperature that ensures stability and durability. This technique follows the same approach used for centuries in Japanese unglazed pottery.

Yes.
If you’re searching for Japanese gifts that carry meaning and presence, the Kokuei espresso cup set offers something truly refined, quiet, grounded, and intentional.
Each piece is shaped by hand from natural clay, then high-fired without glaze to achieve its distinctive matte black finish. The result is a set that brings stillness to daily rituals.
As a pair, it stands out among ceramic gifts, ideal for birthdays, weddings, or quiet moments worth celebrating.

In a world of mass-produced pottery, the Kokuei espresso cup set stands apart.
Each cup is shaped slowly by hand, without molds or machines.
You can feel it in the weight, the balance, the quiet irregularity that only human hands can create. This is the essence of handmade Japanese ceramics, not just objects, but expressions of time, focus, and care.

This is the essence of handmade Japanese ceramics: not uniformity, but character.
Created by Japanese artisans who carry forward the values of Japanese crafts, each piece reflects time, care, and presence.
It isn’t about perfection. It’s about connection.

Absolutely.
The Kokuei espresso cup set blends beautifully with Western pieces, offering quiet contrast through form, texture, and tone.
Its unglazed black finish and minimalist shape pair just as naturally with porcelain or stoneware as they do with wood or glass. That’s the strength of refined Japanese tableware, it doesn’t demand attention. It brings balance.
Mixing styles isn’t about following rules, it’s about setting intention and personal taste.
Let each element speak in its own way, and together, they create something richer.

Yes.
While designed with espresso in mind, the Kokuei espresso cup set is versatile enough for a variety of small pours, herbal teas, sake, even a rich after-dinner liqueur.
Its size, shape, and unglazed surface offer a tactile experience that feels right in many moments. Like the best ceramic coffee cups, it adapts quietly to your rhythm, whether you're starting the day or winding it down.
It’s not about how it should be used. It’s about how it fits into your rituals.