Ginsai Plum Blossom Yunomi Japanese Teacup Pair

Enjoy a cozy tea time with this pair of yunomi teacups. Yuri-ginsai, a distinctive Kutani ware technique in which silver leaf is applied and layered with translucent color glazes before firing, creates a subtle play of light and hues that shifts beautifully from every angle. Each cup is adorned with plum blossoms in blue or red, enhanced by delicate gold accents that stand out beautifully against the soft color gradations and gentle silver shimmer. 

Designed to hold a generous serving of your favorite beverage, each piece retains the warmth of your tea. The set includes one larger and one smaller cup. A softly rounded base rests comfortably in the hand, while the gently flared lip provides a smooth, pleasant mouthfeel for a refined tea experience. 

Bizan Kiln

Founded in the late Meiji era, Bizan Kiln is devoted to bringing the vivid colors and enduring appeal of Kutani ware into the present day. Every piece is meticulously hand-painted by skilled artisans, whose careful work gives each vessel subtle variations and a character of its own.

Carefully layered pigments create rich surfaces with gentle depth. From designs inspired by masters such as Hokusai to charming animal and floral motifs, the kiln’s creations reveal a wide range of expression, with vibrant color and assured brushwork bringing each motif vividly to life.

Kutani ware is a traditional Japanese porcelain from the Kaga region in Ishikawa Prefecture, with a history spanning over 350 years. Known for its vibrant overglaze enamel designs and use of five signature colors, known as Kutani gosai—navy blue, red, purple, green, and yellow pigments. This timeless craft has continuously evolved through generations of artisans who balance innovation with a deep respect for tradition. 

Kutani ware exhibits a diverse range of distinctive styles, shaped by evolving artistic tastes over the centuries. Styles such as ko-Kutani, with its bold colors, geometric patterns, and painterly detail, and akae-saibyo, marked by ultra-fine red lines. Many pieces feature traditional Japanese motifs, such as kacho (flowers and birds) and sansui (landscapes), offering a timeless glimpse into the beauty of nature and the seasons.