Handcrafted crazing Japanese ceramic coffee cup and saucer background, Tsukushi

Handcrafted crazing Japanese ceramic coffee cup beige background, Tsukushi

Handcrafted crazing Japanese ceramic coffee cups and saucers background, Tsukushi

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Handcrafted crazing Japanese ceramic coffee cup saucer beige background zoom, Tsukushi

Handcrafted crazing Japanese ceramic coffee cup saucer beige background, Tsukushi

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Usurai Pottery

Seika Ceramic coffee cup set Set of 2

Name: Seika | Ceramic Coffee Cup Set
Brand: Usurai Pottery
SKU: USU-CUP-02
Price: 31760 JPY
Availability: InStock

¥31,760

Crafted for you
This piece is handmade by the artisan exclusively to order.

Creation time: 20–22 weeks.
Expected Arrival: 16 September – 1 October.
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Product Details

In the Box: 2 Handcrafted Coffee Cups + 2 Handcrafted Ceramic Saucers
Material: Glazed Pottery with Natural Crazing
Color Palette: Deep Azure, Midnight Blue, Charcoal Black, Clay Brown
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Cup Dimensions: Approx. Diameter 3.3" × Height 2.6" (85 × 65 mm)
Cup Weight: Approx. 10.2 oz (290 g)
Cup Volume: Approx. 8.5 fl oz (250 ml)
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Saucer Dimensions: Approx. Diameter 6.5" × Height 0.1" (165 × 20 mm)
Saucer Weight: Approx. 7.1 oz (200 g)

Exclusivity Note: Each ceramic coffee cup is handcrafted. Variations in glaze and form reflect the uniqueness of artisanal work.

The Seika cups carry a squared silhouette softened by rounded handles, resting on saucers that sit clean and balanced on the table.

Handcrafted in small batches by artist Taichi Kawai in Kyoto, each ceramic coffee cup is fired to a deep azure glaze that opens into delicate ceramic crazing, allowing the surface to shift from misty blue to deeper tones near the foot.

The proportions resist factory uniformity while remaining smooth at the lip and steady in the hand.

Whether for espresso, filter coffee, hojicha, or your preferred tea or after-dinner drink, they bring a refined Japanese presence to a daily pause.

More Information

Crafted in Small Batches, one by one
Each Seika ceramic coffee cup is individually handcrafted by artisans using refined Japanese pottery techniques.
Shaped and glazed by hand in limited quantities, no two are alike.
The deep blues and subtle variations in tone reflect the slow, intentional process behind every piece.
Crackle Glaze with Character
The surface is finished with ceramic crazing, a delicate network of fine lines formed in the glaze during firing.
This texture is not a flaw but a living surface that evolves with time and use, creating a quiet dialogue between the cup and its owner.
More Than a Japanese Coffee Cup
Made for quiet rituals and everyday ease, the Seika set adds depth to your routine.
These pottery coffee cups feel balanced in the hand and soft to the touch, blending Japanese elegance with the warmth of handmade craft.
A simple way to bring beauty to your daily moments.

Care Guide

About your Seika Coffee Cup Set
Even as a refined handmade piece, this cup and saucer set is made to be used and appreciated, not kept on display.
It rewards gentle handling to protect its surface and character.

Maintenance

Microwave and Dishwasher: The set is microwave and dishwasher safe.
In the dishwasher, place each cup and saucer securely so they do not touch or rattle against other items.
Gentle Cleaning: Hand washing with a soft sponge and mild detergent is ideal.
After rinsing, dry gently with a soft cloth to maintain the glaze and prevent water spots.
Preservation Over Time: Subtle ceramic crazing is part of the natural finish and may deepen with use, adding warmth and character to each piece.

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One of a Kind

Not mass-made. Just for you.

Some things in life are just objects, replaceable, forgettable.
But not this.

The Seika ceramic coffee cup and saucer set is made for those who value the rare and the real.
Each cup is handcrafted, one by one, in small batches. Its surface is marked by ceramic crazing, a natural pattern of lines that can never be replicated, only revealed by fire and time.
This isn’t mass production. It’s quiet mastery, fine example of Japanese ceramics.
No two pieces are ever the same ……and neither are you!

If you believe beauty should have meaning, and the things you live with should reflect who you are, then this set of Japanese coffee cups is yours.
You don’t need to explain why you want something special.
You just deserve it.

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Quiet Moments Matter

More Than a Coffee Break

In the rush of modern life, finding time for yourself can feel impossible. But even a short pause, a sip, a moment of stillness, can bring clarity. The Seika set was made for that: more than just a ceramic coffee cup set, it’s an invitation to slow down.
Perfect for your morning coffee, a slow pour, or even as an alternative to your favourite ceramic espresso cups, it blends everyday function with the depth of Japanese crafts.
Each cup is handmade in small batches, with soft irregularities that reflect the essence of wabi sabi pottery, the beauty of imperfection, the elegance of the unrepeatable.

Taichi Kawai, the artist behind these works, hopes his ceramics will be used every day. But more than that, he hopes you'll stop, just for a second, and think: How beautiful this is.
As light moves across the surface, the colors shift, the reflections soften, and time seems to slow. That fleeting stillness, he says, is what makes the piece alive.

Singular Beauty

Ceramic Coffee Cup, Elevated

Add a quiet elegance to your table with Seika, a ceramic coffee cup set that turns daily routines into something meaningful.

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Where Earth Becomes Art

From Kyoto, with Stillness and Fire

Seika is crafted at Usurai Pottery, the Kyoto studio of master potter Taichi Kawai, whose career bridges deep tradition and quiet innovation.
A graduate of the Kyoto Institute of Traditional Crafts, Kawai refined his artistry in Shigaraki, one of Japan’s Six Ancient Kilns, before founding his own atelier.
Rooted in the legacy of Japanese artisans, Kawai-san developed a personal signature through the ceramic crazing of his creations. Known as kannyū (貫入) in Japan, this rare glaze crackle technique forms a delicate web of translucent lines beneath the surface, subtle and beautiful, like ice just beginning to melt.
Kawai-San's work explores the quiet place where form and light meet, shifting gently with time, touch, and use.

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Where beauty softens time.

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Cultural Notes

Coffee Meets Craft. The Japanese Way

Although coffee was not traditionally part of Japanese life, it has become a quiet daily ritual for many, alongside tea and matcha. In response, Japanese artisans have adapted their practice, expanding beyond the classic yunomi tea cup to create elegant pieces for coffee.
Today, high-end japanese tableware includes handmade pottery coffee cups like the Seika ceramic coffee cup set, crafted with the same care once reserved for tea.
The cups' surfaces feature kannyū (貫入), a fine, natural web of lines formed in the glaze, commonly known as crackle glaze or craquelé in Europe.
A modern habit, enriched by centuries of craftsmanship that still preserve the spirit of wabi sabi.

Pottery workshop black and white, Tsukushi

No two pieces are alike.
The Seika Ceramic Coffee Cup Set is handcrafted in small batches, with fine ceramic crazing that makes each surface unique, a quiet signature of Japanese pottery, shaped by time, touch, and artisanal care.

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Ceramic Coffee Cup Q&A

Can I put the Seika coffee cup set in the microwave or dishwasher?

Yes, the Seika ceramic coffee cup set is microwave and dishwasher safe.
As with all handmade Japanese ceramics, gentle care is important. Place each cup separately in the dishwasher to avoid chipping.
The fine ceramic crazing may deepen over time. To preserve the finish, dry each cup thoroughly after washing.

Can I use the Seika ceramic coffee cup set every day?

Yes, that’s exactly how it was meant to be used.
The Seika ceramic coffee cup set is made for daily life, with a soft shape that rests naturally in the hand.
Its subtle ceramic crazing becomes more expressive over time, a change master potter Taichi Kawai hopes you’ll notice.
Avoid soaking and dry thoroughly. For frequent use, medome can help protect the glaze.

Is the Seika Ceramic coffee cup set a good gift idea?

Absolutely.
The Seika set is an ideal choice for meaningful Japanese gifts.
Crafted in small batches, each cup has its own tone and texture, a hallmark of true pottery gifts.
With natural ceramic crazing that grows richer over time, Seika reflects quiet craftsmanship and care.
For housewarmings or celebrations, it’s more than a gift, it’s an object of presence and intention.

Ok but… what makes the Seika Ceramic coffee cup set so special?

The Seika ceramic coffee cup set is more than beautiful, it reflects true craftsmanship. Each cup is shaped by hand in small batches, never mass-produced, so no two are alike.
The glaze shows unique kannyū (貫入), fine lines formed during firing, a quiet mark of time and care.
Paired with its saucer, Seika values authenticity over trends, making it a rare and personal pottery gift.

Can I mix the Seika Ceramic coffee cup set with my regular Western tableware?

Absolutely.
The Seika set blends easily with Western tableware, adding contrast through texture and glaze. Whether for a quiet morning or after-dinner coffee, its refined presence suits both rustic and modern settings.
As a matching cup and saucer, it brings warmth and character, with the irregular charm of handmade Japanese ceramics that’s easy to pair and hard to overlook.

Do you ship to the EU and the US, and is shipping insured?

Yes.
We ship worldwide, including the EU and the US, and every shipment is insured.

Once your order is dispatched, we’ll share a tracking number so you can follow delivery clearly. Each parcel is packed securely and handled with the utmost care to help it arrive safely.

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Featured Focus

Seika, Blue Mist in the Air

The name Seika (青霞) brings together two kanji: 青 (sei), meaning blue or azure, and 霞 (ka), meaning light mist or haze. Together, they suggest the quiet beauty of blue mist at dawn, soft, shifting, and fleeting.

Like each ceramic coffee cup in the Seika set, the name reflects changing light and emotion held in form. Crafted in small batches, these handmade Japanese ceramics are more than tableware: they are moments of stillness, shaped by tradition and touch.

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Seika Ceramic coffee cup set Set of 2

Product Details

Not mass-made. Just for you.

More Than a Coffee Break

Ceramic Coffee Cup, Elevated

From Kyoto, with Stillness and Fire

Usurai Pottery

Coffee Meets Craft. The Japanese Way

Customer Reviews

still unsure about ordering from Japan?

We get it, ordering from overseas can feel uncertain.

Ceramic Coffee Cup Q&A

Seika, Blue Mist in the Air

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