Thank you for viewing my listing among many others (*^^*) ◆It's rare to find a large Edo period (mid-period) soba choko with a kraken arabesque pattern that is also well-crafted! I have 4 more kraken arabesque soba chokos. They differ in size and the pattern on the bottom. ✨The pattern on the foot is also rarely seen! ◆The bottom is black because it has not been bleached. ✨I believe this is a very fine item! ✨ ⭐️This is a very popular large kraken arabesque soba choko, and I think eating soba with it would be delicious! ♪ ◆You can use it for drinking coffee or tea, eating yogurt, or serving small dishes. The possibilities are endless. ◆It has a presence even just displayed! ◆The 8th photo is not a scratch, but simply where the glaze is not applied. ◆As it is a very old item, there are scuffs and small scratches, but they are not noticeable. ◆There are no chips or cracks, and no water leakage. Please understand that this is a novice inspection and there may be oversights. ◆Please understand that the actual color may differ slightly from the photos. ◆Size Diameter → approx. 9cm Height → approx. 6.5cm Sizes are approximate. ◆Even if negotiations are in progress, [First come, first served] ◆[Immediate purchase OK] ◆Please refrain from purchasing if you are looking for perfection or are sensitive. ◆No smokers or pets. ◆We appreciate your understanding of used items and home storage. ◆Recycled materials will be used for packaging.