This is a turquoise blue lunch plate (S size) from a kiln in Tamba Sasayama. It's a versatile dish that can be used as a dessert plate for cakes, or as a bread plate or small salad plate. Its unique, irregular design is charming. Turquoise blue pottery absorbs oil, so we recommend "seasoning" it before use. When you first start using it, it's best to wet the plate before placing food on it. Avoid placing oily foods, stir-fries, tempura, or fried items on it immediately. Start with dishes that have less oil, such as simmered dishes. Once the color has settled, you can then place oily foods like stir-fries and hamburgers on it. If you place oily foods on it immediately, it will absorb the oil and cause stains. "About Pottery" Unlike porcelain, pottery has a coarse texture in both the clay and glaze. If left filled with water for extended periods, water may slowly seep through, but this will stop with continued use. "Seasoning" Fill the plate with rice water or a mixture of flour and water, bring it to a boil, then soak the plate in the hot water until it cools. Afterward, wash it thoroughly with detergent and dry it. With pottery, even if the surface appears dry, the inside may still be wet. This can lead to mold, so ensure it is thoroughly dried. This turquoise blue pottery will deepen in color with use, becoming a delightful "living pottery" that evolves over time. [Size] Approximately 18cm x 17.5cm, Height approximately 1.5cm [Material] Pottery [Origin] Tamba Sasayama, Hyogo Prefecture / Japan [Notes] Microwave safe, Dishwasher safe [Precautions] ◆ As these are handmade ceramic items, each piece will have a unique texture and appearance. Please enjoy the variations of these handmade pottery pieces, as no two are exactly alike. ◆ Due to being handmade, there may be slight variations in size and capacity. There may also be slight distortions. ◆ As these are handmade products, we cannot accept returns, exchanges, or cancellations due to differences in color or texture from the product images. ◆ As these are handmade ceramic items, variations in color, shade, pattern, visible clay, small holes, dripping glaze, uneven coloring, fading, scorch marks, and uneven firing may occur from product to product. Please purchase with an understanding of these characteristics. ◆ Please note that the item shipped will be selected from our inventory, so we appreciate your understanding in advance.