Trio Karatsu

Karatsu-style stoneware cups. Purchased in Kyoto.
ø 7.5 cm x 3.3 cm height, 55 ml capacity (measured to the rim)

Japanese Karatsu Ware

There are more varieties of Karatsu style. This one is brush decorated Karatsu (絵唐津, E-Karatsu).
Various images (flowers, plants, birds, mythological creatures, etc.) are painted onto the piece using an iron-based underglaze, then the piece is fired with a semitransparent glaze which allows the underglaze to show. This style is known for its earthy color and simple design.