Vintage item, never used. This set of Mino-yaki (美濃焼) yunomi tea cups brings together simplicity, color, and everyday functionality in a beautifully balanced collection of Japanese ceramics. The set includes five individually glazed cups, each finished in a distinct earthy or muted tone—ranging from soft blue and pale celadon to warm reddish-brown, deep charcoal, and olive green.
Crafted in the historic Mino-yaki tradition of Gifu Prefecture, these yunomi reflect the versatility and quiet elegance for which Mino ware is renowned. With a ceramic history spanning over 1,300 years, Mino-yaki is one of Japan’s most important pottery traditions and accounts for a large portion of Japanese ceramic production today. The region became especially celebrated during the Momoyama period (16th century), when innovative tea ceremony wares such as Shino-yaki, Oribe-yaki, and Setoguro emerged from the Mino kilns, profoundly influencing Japanese tea culture and aesthetics.
Unlike some highly specialized ceramic traditions, Mino-yaki is admired for its remarkable diversity of forms, glazes, and styles—ranging from rustic tea wares to refined everyday tableware. This spirit of adaptability and practical beauty is reflected in these yunomi, where each cup carries its own subtle personality while remaining harmonious as a set.
Each piece features a softly rounded form that sits comfortably in the hand, while the glossy glazes reveal gentle variations in tone and texture created during firing. The understated design allows them to complement both traditional and modern interiors, making them ideal for daily tea rituals.
Size: 7 x 7 x 7cm
