{"product_id":"iga-kittachi-bowl-shino","title":"Iga Kittachi Rice Bowl – Shino","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn Iga-yaki rice bowl that feels naturally at home in everyday life, complementing a variety of rice dishes, from classic white rice to brown rice, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003etakikomi gohan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (Japanese rice cooked with seasonal ingredients and seasonings). Slightly larger than a traditional Japanese rice bowl, it offers a little extra room for generous servings. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts charm lies in its simple, rustic character and the gentle warmth of the clay. The contrast between the rough, unglazed foot and the generous coating of thick, softly flowing glaze highlights the natural beauty of the materials. With its endearing shape and tactile finish, this is a bowl that becomes all the more beautiful with everyday use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth the clay and glaze are sourced locally in Iga. In Iga City, Mie Prefecture, where a rich tradition of earthenware pottery lives on, skilled craftspeople carefully knead the clay, shape it on the potter’s wheel, and form each bowl by hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe texture and finish vary from piece to piece, giving each bowl its own distinctive character. Sometimes revealing unexpected expressions, these bowls embody the simple, earthy beauty unique to the land of Iga. We invite you to hold one in your hands and appreciate the natural character of its clay. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautiful on its own or paired with other Iga ware, this rice bowl brings a natural warmth and a touch of rustic charm to everyday meals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e As each piece is individually handcrafted, variations in colour, glaze tone, gloss, texture, and size are natural. These subtle differences are part of the character and beauty of each unique piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* This item does not qualify for free shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Azmaya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46647565812020,"sku":null,"price":98.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/7498\/6292\/files\/azmaya-iga-ceramic-kittachi-bowl_1.jpg?v=1791517632","url":"https:\/\/itsumo.ca\/products\/iga-kittachi-bowl-shino","provider":"ITSUMO","version":"1.0","type":"link"}