The delicate expression creates a pleasant flavor. I obtained this during a tour of Hagi-yaki pottery kilns. I noted "scratches and stains" because of the characteristic "amamori" (water seepage) of Hagi-yaki and the color imparted from steeping in sencha tea. Of course, it doesn't leak. It would be stylish to serve sake or dressing in it. I hope to deliver this to someone with good taste and understanding.