Indigo-dyed Water Drop Cup

Name: Indigo-dyed Water Drop Cup
Brand: Shinemon Inc.
SKU: ima010010103
Price: 89.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$89.00

Crafted by Shinemon Inc., the Indigo-dyed Water Drop Cup captures the tranquil beauty of falling water and the subtle gradients of indigo dye. The glaze cascades from milky white into soft blues and finally into a rich cobalt base—each layer forming naturally in the kiln through Shinemon’s meticulously developed yohen technique.

Its speckled surface, reminiscent of gentle raindrops or snowy petals, adds an extraordinary sense of depth and movement. The cup’s delicate transitions are the result of careful layering and a high-temperature firing process that reveals the full spectrum of the glaze's reactive behavior.

Lightweight yet expressive, this piece reflects Shinemon’s signature style: a harmonious balance of form, firing, and unpredictability. It is more than a vessel—it is a quiet celebration of nature’s palette and a testament to the possibilities of contemporary Arita ware.

Perfect for tea, sake, or simply admiring in the hand, the Indigo-dyed Water Drop Cup invites quiet reflection and everyday use with grace.

Details

Size: W 3.5in x L 3.5in x H 4.1in / W 8.8cm x L 8.8cm x H 10.4cm
Material: Porcelain

As each piece is handcrafted, slight variations in size and glaze pattern may occur.

Care & Use

Handwash only
Keep it dry
Avoid sudden temperature changes
Avoid metal scrubs or abrasive detergents
Store safely

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Indigo-dyed Water Drop Cup

$89.00

Meet the Artisan

Shinemon Inc.

Shinemon Inc. was founded in 1972 by Shinichiro Baba, a ceramic artist, who sought to redefine the boundaries of Arita ware. At a time when most kilns focused on refined, painted porcelain, Shinemon pursued scale, depth, and raw expression—producing large vessels and tableware shaped as much by the flame as by the hand.

Over the decades, the kiln became known for its mastery of yohen effects. Rather than seeking perfection through control, the kiln embraces imperfection as an essential part of beauty. The kiln atmosphere is used as a collaborator, not just a tool—resulting in glazes that ripple, fade, and flare with subtle unpredictability.

Now led by the second generation, the kiln continues to balance tradition with bold experimentation. Their pieces—tumblers, coffee cups, serving bowls, sculptural vessels—are made not for ornament but for experience. Each one carries the mark of the kiln, the hand, and the moment. It is Arita ware with soul: elemental, expressive, and deeply individual.