{"product_id":"japanese-sometsuke-porcelain-teacup-soba-choko-white-blue-tc642","title":"Japanese Sometsuke Porcelain Teacup Vtg Soba Choko White Blue Plum Bamboo TC642","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Porcelain Pottery Yunomi Teacup\/Soba Choko\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage Japanese porcelain teacup is white and blue with a plum blossom and bamboo leaf design. This cup is called\u003ci\u003e yunomi\u003c\/i\u003e, made for serving and drinking sencha (standard loose-leaf tea). Due to its shorter, wider shape, it can also be called \u003cem\u003esoba choko\u003c\/em\u003e, or a dipping cup for soba noodles. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite, blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePorcelain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1980\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 144 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 350 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 7.5 cm wide x 6 cm tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering age. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe got this item at an antique auction in Tajimi in Gifu, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eShipping: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eWe ship worldwide by Japan Post. Adding this item to your cart shows you the shipping prices and options. We combine shipping, and if the cart does not give you a discount, we will refund any extra shipping paid in the case of overpayment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Us: \u003c\/strong\u003eWe are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kitchen \u0026 Tableware","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43359291506723,"sku":"TC642-teacup","price":20.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Photoroom_20260715_114727.jpg?v=1784083657","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/products\/japanese-sometsuke-porcelain-teacup-soba-choko-white-blue-tc642","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}