Shipping included. Please refrain from purchasing if you are in Okinawa, Hokkaido, or other remote islands. Shigaraki-yaki (Shigaraki ware) by Sotouen Kiln, 4 plates of Uzushio design, beautiful crackle glaze, 19cm diameter, 4 plates. Sotouen Noborigama: Utilizing the slope of a mountain, this kiln uses a large, traditional climbing kiln with 12 chambers, fired with red pine firewood for 7 days and 7 nights! This type of kiln has several long, narrow chambers connected from the firebox at the bottom to the chimney at the top, gradually increasing the volume of the rooms and utilizing the residual heat to fire from the bottom up! The Sotouen Noborigama has been visited and used by Princess Mikasa, Joan Miró of Spain, Princess Lilian of Sweden, and various artists. These plates have a beautiful contrast between the glass glaze and the crimson color! These Shigaraki-yaki plates have a deep, rich appearance. The bottom and rim are unglazed, highlighting the beautiful contrast between the colorful glass glaze and the crimson color. The size is convenient for serving dishes like simmered dishes or curry, as it prevents spills. They are also beautiful to display. ■ Material: Pottery ■ Size: Approximately 19cm in diameter ※ Dishwasher and microwave safe. ※ Bleach and oven not allowed. ※ Due to being handmade, each piece has different colors, textures, and glaze variations. The sides and back have the original color of the clay, which is particularly different, but please enjoy it as part of the pottery's character. ※ The glaze on the inside is a type that has "kannyu" (crackle). The crackle will increase with use, but it is not a crack in the clay itself. - Color: Green glaze - Material: Pottery "Kannyu" (crackle) refers to the crack-like patterns that appear during the cooling process after the pottery is taken out of the kiln. It is a phenomenon where the glaze hardens in a cracked state due to the difference in shrinkage between the pottery body and the glaze. We also offer combined sales. We have many items for sale! Please take a look!