Spotted Cat Rice Bowl
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Add a playful accent to your table with the Spotted Cat Rice Bowl, a charming piece of Mino ware featuring a peacefully sleeping buchi-neko (spotted cat) illustrated in soft indigo tones. Cats hold a special place in Japanese culture as symbols of good luck, comfort, and happiness. This gentle design brings a touch of warmth and lightheartedness to any meal.
The deep navy glaze on the exterior contrasts beautifully with the soft, cheerful motif inside. Compact and easy to hold, this bowl is ideal for serving steamed rice, small side dishes, or desserts. Crafted from durable porcelain, it’s perfect for daily use while also making a thoughtful gift for cat lovers and fans of Japanese tableware. Whether enjoyed at a cozy breakfast or added to a playful table setting, it offers everyday charm with a uniquely Japanese sensibility.
Find versatile and elegant designs in our curated Rice Bowls collection.
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The rice bowl, called ochawan (お茶碗) or simply chawan, is the most personal element among Japanese tableware. In Japan, each family member typically has their own personal rice bowl that they choose based on preference for portion size, material, and design. They may change bowls to match the season or occasion, too. For a bowl that holds a standard one-cup (150 g, 5.3 oz) serving of Japanese steamed rice, choose one that's 4.7 inches (12 cm) across and 2.4 inches (6 cm) high. For a smaller serving size (130 g, 4.6 oz), we recommend a bowl that's about 4.5 inches (11.4 cm) across and 2.3 inches (5.7 cm) high.Mino Ware
Mino ware refers to pottery traditionally made in Japan’s eastern Gifu Prefecture, primarily in Tajimi, Toki, Mizunami, and Kani. This ancient method of producing elegant, durable ceramics has roots going back over 1300 years to Japan’s Kofun period in the 7th century. Typically found nested into the mountainsides, the unique kilns used to produce Mino ware are often referred to as anagama kilns, and the master artisans producing these stunning products continue to adhere to rigid standards to produce only the highest quality ceramics.We offer a flat rate of USD $25 for shipping to the U.S., and Free Shipping on orders over USD $199.
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Most items are dispatched from Japan within 1-2 business days after order confirmation, and we offer international shipping to customers worldwide.
You may return any items purchased from JOC Goods within 30 days of delivery. If the products are defective or damaged, we will cover the return shipping costs. For other returns, the cost of return shipping will be the customer's responsibility.
