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Nunobiki

Mankai Cherry Blossoms Round Teacup Pink, Set of 5

¥18,000

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Product Details

In the Box: 5 Handcrafted Teacups
Material: Fine Glazed Pottery
Color Palette: Sakura Pink, Pale Gold, Soft Ivory, Ash Gray
Dimensions: Diameter 3.0" × Height 2.2" (75 × 55 mm)
Volume: 3.4 fl oz (100 ml)
Weight: Approx. 5.1 oz (145 g)

Exclusivity Note: Every single cup is handcrafted with care, so tiny differences appear, giving each piece its own character.

The Mankai Teacup Set is pottery art designed for daily life.

Hand-shaped by master potter Kazuhiro Kojima, each cup is finished with the Nanasai Tenmoku glazing technique, a complex process that layers pink, ivory, and earthy tones into a surface that feels alive yet restrained.

Inside, delicate cherry blossom forms emerge beneath the glaze, while subtle variations in rim, balance, and texture reflect an intentional wabi-sabi sensibility.
Far from factory repetition, every cup carries its own quiet depth.

Made for tea or coffee, the set brings calm consistency to shared, refined routines.

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One-of-a-Kind, Yet Harmonized as a Set of Five
The Mankai Teacup Set is created as a coordinated set, but each cup settles differently during firing.
You will notice small differences in lip feel, curve, and how the glaze pools near the rim.

The result is a set that looks unified on the table, while each cup remains personally distinct in the hand.
Artistic Detail You Can Experience Up Close
Nanasai Tenmoku is not a flat color, it has depth.
In natural light the surface reveals soft transitions, and when the cup is filled, the interior tone appears richer and more luminous.

This is the kind of finish that rewards close use, not just display, because it changes subtly with angle, warmth, and everyday handling.
Cultural Heritage
Yunomi teacups like Mankai are Japan’s everyday cups, made for real tea moments rather than formal ceremony.

They come out for morning sencha, after-meal hōjicha, and the simple gesture of welcoming someone with something warm.

As a set of five, they express quiet hospitality, one cup per person, shared at the same pace, bringing a natural sense of harmony to the table.

Care Guide

About your Mankai Teacup Set
Each Mankai is a handcrafted ceramic teacup, shaped with an artist’s touch yet made for everyday tea moments.
Gentle care helps keep its fine decoration crisp, fresh, and graceful.

Maintenance

No Harsh Appliances: Skip the oven, microwave, and dishwasher to protect the handmade finish and delicate decoration.
Gentle Cleaning: Hand-wash with warm water, a mild non-abrasive detergent, and a soft sponge or cloth.
Avoid rough scrubbers that could leave marks.
Preservation: Dry with a soft cloth after washing, then store with care to shield the rim and decoration from accidental knocks.

The Artist

Kazuhiro Kojima

Location: Higashiomi, Shiga Prefecture, Japan
Technique: Nanasai Tenmoku
Tradition: Kyoto ware / Shigaraki ware

Born in 1972, Kazuhiro Kojima is a Japanese ceramic artist and son of Taro Kojima, founder of Nunobiki Kiln. Growing up surrounded by clay, fire, and his father's restless experimentation, the kiln was never a distant place. It was home.

After completing his studies at art college, he returned to Nunobiki and trained alongside his father, gradually developing a visual language distinctly his own. His signature subject is the owl, rendered using the Nanasai Tenmoku technique across a range of scales, from monumental ceramic statues to small, intimate accessories.

His pieces have been placed in hospitals, public institutions, and streetscapes, chosen for the sense of calm and quiet warmth they carry.

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Crafted in Japan, Elevated to the Highest Standard

Why the Mankai Teacup Set is Worth it

In the end, the decision is yours.
You can enjoy tea or your go-to coffee in a standard, factory-made cup, or you can treat yourself to something rare, something that adds quiet beauty to your table and gently reminds you, “I deserve something exceptional.”

The Mankai teacup set is made in small batches, so no two pieces feel exactly the same.
It naturally elevates your everyday rituals, whether you are savoring a calm moment alone or sharing it with someone you love.

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Thoughtful tea moments for modern living

A Still Moment at the Table

Carefully handmade and guided by a sense of mindful enjoyment, the Mankai teacups unite heritage with understated refinement.

Each petite cup turns an ordinary pause into something calm, intimate, and memorable.
When the day moves too fast, this Japanese teacup set encourages us to slow our pace, taste with intention, and notice the quiet grace of everyday time.

For morning routines or meaningful gatherings, these pieces offer sincerity, peacefulness, and enduring elegance at your table.

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Cultural Notes

Mankai, A Refined Yunomi for Tea

Japanese teacups like the one f the Mankai set are called in Japanese yunomi (湯呑).
The word means “cup for drinking hot water,” formed from yu (湯), “hot water,” and nomi (呑), “to drink.”

Made to sit comfortably in the hand, it is held lightly between the fingers, carrying warmth in a calm, natural way.

Traditionally, a yunomi is used for everyday brewed teas such as sencha or hōjicha, while the wider matchawan is reserved for whisking matcha in the more formal tea ceremony.

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Each piece of artisanal Japanese tableware is made with a steadfast commitment to quality, integrity, and responsible craftsmanship. From carefully sourcing materials and applying refined glazes to the final firing, every step respects traditional techniques while supporting fair labor and ethical production.

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Mankai Teacup Set Q&A

Can I put the Mankai cups in the microwave or dishwasher?

They are fine to use in the microwave.
The dishwasher is best avoided, as repeated cycles and strong detergents may gradually affect the glaze and soften the cherry blossom details over time. To keep them in better condition, wash them gently by hand with mild soap and dry with a soft cloth.

Can I use the Mankai teacups every day?

Yes, they’re made for daily tea moments, not just display.
Treat them with simple care, and the cups will age beautifully, showing small, natural character without losing their charm.

Is the Mankai teacup set a good gift idea?

Definitely.
It feels personal and refined, and it fits many homes.
The cherry blossom motif reads as thoughtful without being too formal, so it works for birthdays, weddings, or housewarmings.

Are the Mankai cups considered yunomi?

Yes.
In Japan, cups like Mankai are called yunomi (湯呑), everyday teacups for brewed tea that feel natural in the hand.
The name literally means “hot water drinking,” from 湯 (hot water) and 呑 (to drink).

Can the Mankai teacups be used for drinks other than tea?

Of course.
They work well for coffee, herbal infusions, water, or even a small juice.
Just avoid very sudden temperature shocks, like pouring boiling liquid into a cold cup.

Fine, but what makes the Mankai cups really unique or special?

Mankai teacups are handcrafted in small batches, not mass-produced, so each cup carries subtle, natural variations.

This is monozukuri in practice, careful making with pride in detail, balance, and long-term quality, so the set feels personal, not generic.

Do you ship to the USA and Europe, and is it tracked and insured?

Yes.
We ship to the USA and Europe, and we also ship worldwide.
Every order is packed carefully in house, shipped with tracking, and fully insured. We will share your tracking number as soon as it’s dispatched.

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Featured Focus

Sakura’s Enduring Grace

How Hanami Honors Spring’s Brief, Tender Gift

In Japan, sakura, or cherry blossom, symbolizes beauty that lasts only briefly and reminds us to value the present moment.
The name Mankai (満開) reflects the peak of the bloom, when the flowers are fully open.
満 (man) means “full” or “filled.” 開 (kai) means “to open.” Together, they express “full opening,” the instant sakura reaches its brightest, complete flourish.