{"title":"Season 1 at Susurri","description":"\u003cp\u003eI looked for mugs and cups crafted with exquisite artistry from Japan and China. Each on is chosen for timelessness, mastery of surfaces, kiln firing and making techniques, and capacity for the hot drinks that can be enjoyed in both East and West.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"altered-bizen-mug","title":"Altered Bizen Mug","description":"","brand":"Susurri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57746264490248,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1038\/4628\/1480\/files\/playfulnostalgia_bizen_2645_cover.png?v=1777408950"},{"product_id":"kiseto-glazed-tsutsugata-chawan","title":"Kizeto Tsutsu Chawan","description":"\u003ch4\u003eMr. Kotsuji's yellow Seto deep tea bowl illuminates a water-like palette of yellow, brown and green. It contrasts with his foundational material Iga clay, which is rough with intentional impurities, pebbles and iron. \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eTsutsunaga 筒茶碗\u003c\/em\u003e is a form of deep tea bowl, traditionally used to keep tea warm in the winter time. Kotsuji believes vessels should be used for modern lives and therefore encourages using this chawan for any food or drink in Eastern and Western lifestyles.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMr. Kotsuji has dedicated his career to Iga clay, drawn to its strength, simplicity, warmth and history. He fires his wares multiple times to achieve a desired effect, eventually highlighting the clay's textural essence. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThe soul of Iga clay can only be awakened in the kiln, with its expressive potential revealed by fire, chance, and time.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIga Ware's \u003cem\u003eKeshki\u003c\/em\u003e - surface scenery - is known for its dynamism. Its features result from long firing at high temperatures, when ash falls on the chawan forming glistening, capricious shades of green. Distortions, cracks, scorching and fallen ash glaze are natural effects associated with this style of pottery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Susurri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57746264686856,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1038\/4628\/1480\/files\/masters_shinichi_teabowl_2830_cover.png?v=1777408950"},{"product_id":"black-mug","title":"Black Mug","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis mug has an air of an ancient sacred artefact. Whilst it has a strong presence, it also possesses a modesty that never feels overbearing. It's just like being in the presence of Mr. Tsurumi's character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTsurumi's work charms with rustic simplicity; though the iron-rich black clay is coarse with pebbles, the mug is surprisingly light and smooth in the hand for comfortable usage. Pinched crevices make the mug comfortable to hold. His works gas fired using an elegant, low-sheen ash glaze. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe handbuilds each of his pieces, leaving behind traces of his hand and individual imperfections. He makes beloved objects that embody inner tranquillity, starting with coils or balls of clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe charm of handmade tableware lies in the fact that, even if they appear similar, each piece is slightly different. The unique character of each piece is conveyed from the maker’s hands to the user’s senses, gradually transforming it into a cherished item.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Susurri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57746264883464,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1038\/4628\/1480\/files\/dark_tsurumi_2736_cover.png?v=1777486891"},{"product_id":"pair-blue-striped-nerikomi-cup-saucer","title":"Pair of Blue Striped Nerikomi Cups + Saucers","description":"\u003ch4\u003eThese espresso sized cups and saucers were made by the family Hyouzangama during a period of transition, and so they are very rare. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHere the porcelain material has a milky, jade-like quality, the clay body seems to emanate light from within itself.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe zig-zagging striped patterns line-up beautifully; whilst Nerikomi is a technique that requires significant discipline, the resulting cup set is lively and playful on any table. Hyouzangama's pottery is recognisable for its relaxed, comforting presence.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eComing from a long history of making porcelain ware, the family tried their hands on the Nerikomi technique before fully transitioning from a porcelain-based to a stoneware focussed family business.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite humbly declaring they were \"experimenting\" with producing a different form of pottery, they have created excellent Nerikomi specimens as a family who upholds craftsmanship no matter what they try.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Susurri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57746265145608,"sku":null,"price":110.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1038\/4628\/1480\/files\/nerikomi_cup1_side1_2628_cover.png?v=1777408948"},{"product_id":"blue-water-droplet-mug","title":"Blue Water Droplet Mug","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOn this mug, the glassy finish created by the pooled glaze is truly reminiscent of water: a spring, tears from a mountain, raindrops. Whilst the hues gradate delicately, the mug exudes drama in its glaze flow and crystallisation.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIchikawa blends the clay himself, undergoing a process of trial and error to achieve the subtle shades reminiscent of ink wash painting and the glass-like kannyu or craquelure, all in order to enhance this mug's beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this mug Ichikawa has sublimated the scenery of the mountains and the spirit of the great outdoors. From pale aqua to lapis lazuli, he capture's our quintessential memory of the bluest water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\"I seek to learn from nature and history with a sense of awe, and to express the sensibilities and aesthetic sensibilities cultivated by the Japanese people.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI strive daily to make the most of the materials I use and to create tableware that is suited to modern life.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e– Keita Ichikawa\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"Susurri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57746265309448,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1038\/4628\/1480\/files\/delicate_keita_2763_cover.png?v=1777491930"},{"product_id":"brushed-slip-sgraffitio-mug","title":"Brushed Slip Sgraffitio Mug","description":"","brand":"Susurri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57746265407752,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1038\/4628\/1480\/files\/playfulnostalgia_kohiki_2778_cover.png?v=1777408951"},{"product_id":"cherry-blossom-choko","title":"Cherry Blossom Choko","description":"\u003ch4\u003eThis choko shaped tumbler awes with its delicate expression, beautiful glaze drips, and varying glaze lustres.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eViewing this cup is like exploring the vast ecology of a forest full of pink and lilac flora and fauna. Draped over a simple form, crystals of varying colours dot like treasures all over the tumbler, inside an out. \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe glaze flows in a striking pattern, yet the colouring is gentle like petals, truly catching the eye. Glassy and matte textures overlap to create a beautiful gradient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach cup made by Mr. Sugiyama forms their own singular expressions depending on the flow of the glaze, the intensity of the fire, and chance conditions. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy different facets of the \u003cem\u003eKeshiki\u003c\/em\u003e, surface landscapes that change with the play of light. The simple shapes is an appealing feature; versatile and easy to use, this tumbler is a sublime addition to any table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Susurri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57746265637128,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1038\/4628\/1480\/files\/delicate_haruka_2705_cover.png?v=1777408950"},{"product_id":"dark-metallic-bronze-beaker","title":"Dark Metallic Bronze Beaker","description":"","brand":"Susurri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57746265833736,"sku":null,"price":48.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1038\/4628\/1480\/files\/dark_mystery_chinesetumbler_2865_cover.png?v=1777408950"},{"product_id":"feathered-nerikomi-chawan","title":"Feathered Nerikomi Chawan","description":"\u003ch4\u003eThis tea bowl is made by Tsuneji Ueda, an important Mingei potter whose works are highly sought after by collectors. A hypnotising feathered pattern moves around the bowl inside and out, formed by layering and slicing stained clay through the difficult \u003cem\u003eNerikomi\u003c\/em\u003e technique.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe rhythm and intricacy of the \u003cem\u003eUzura-te\u003c\/em\u003e pattern (Quail Feather) makes the bowl endlessly interesting to study around and around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oval bowl form opens and and curves inward, inviting two hands to cup its sides. Its brown, cream and green layers pairs beautifully with the colours of the tea. A glossy swath of jade glaze has been poured to enhance asymmetry inside and outside the tea bowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCracks in the glaze have been mended using the Kintsugi technique. The bowl is usable with food and drinks in good condition without box.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Susurri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57746265964808,"sku":null,"price":260.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1038\/4628\/1480\/files\/nerikomi_tsuneji_2680_cover.png?v=1777486845"},{"product_id":"koishiwara-yaki-mug","title":"Koishiwara-yaki Mug","description":"\u003ch4\u003eThis wide-rimmed mug made by Motohisa Yanase is instantly recognisable with the rhythmic indentations left by the powerful \u003cem\u003eTobi-kanna, \u003c\/em\u003eliterally \"the flying chattering\" technique. Varying in depth and arranged in a harmonious pattern, the marks enhance the tactile quality of this mug, creating a rich variation in the way light plays across the surface.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo deliberate brush strokes in kaki-fruit and jade hues arc across the cup's waist, creating contrasting movement against the cup form and its undulating pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eTobi-kanna\u003c\/em\u003e, strokes of slip is applied to an unglazed clay body using the \u003cem\u003eHakeme\u003c\/em\u003e brush. Using a special, metal carving blade shaped like a wound-up spring, the potter spins the piece rapidly on the wheel. As the blade gently bounces across the clay's surface, it etches semi-circular indentations, creating rows of continuous, rhythmic patterns that resemble the elegant steps of a dance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMotohisa Yanase is the 14th generation head of the family kiln Yanase Hon Kamato, the original family who began the crafts of Koishiwara-yaki over 300 years ago. Soetsu Yanagi has once proclaimed Koishiwara-yaki as \"the ultimate expression of utilitarian beauty!\", and indeed in 1975 its craft was recognised as an important national tradition. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Susurri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57746266128648,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1038\/4628\/1480\/files\/playfulnostalgia_koishiwarayaki_2811_cover.png?v=1777408950"},{"product_id":"krug-l","title":"Krug L in Navy","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eEmanating antique vibes, this foreboding, spacious earthenware mug can be used for hot drinks and beer. Glossy and matte reflections co-exist on the the deep Prussian Blue glaze. For a mug made by a brand rather than a maker, its surface is unusually interesting to examine under light.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNostalgia for the German pub scene was the inception for The Krug, whose silhouette recalls the earnest, archetypal form of beloved beer krugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s narrower rim, curvaceous profile and wide base feel squat and sturdy. The decorative bands travels back decades in time. The thick handle has space reserved for counterbalancing weight, making it easy for your hand to hold a large drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdorably, the embossed typography on the base is reminiscent of a coaster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Krug has a friend from the same series, in a different colour.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Susurri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57746266259720,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1038\/4628\/1480\/files\/playfulnostalgia_krugL_2854_cover.png?v=1777486665"},{"product_id":"krug-s","title":"Krug S in White","description":"\u003ch4\u003eThis mug is earnest and ready to support. Emanating antique vibes, this foreboding, spacious earthenware mug can be used for hot drinks and beer. The warm earthenware body peeks through in detail on the hand-poured, glossy white glaze.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNostalgia for the German pub scene was the inception for The Krug, whose silhouette recalls the earnest, archetypal form of beloved beer krugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts narrower rim, curvaceous profile and wider base feel squat and sturdy. The decorative bands travels back decades in time. The thick handle has space reserved for counterbalancing weight, making it easy for your hand to hold a large drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdorably, the embossed typography on the base is reminiscent of a coaster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Krug has a friend from the same series, in a different colour.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Susurri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57746266390792,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1038\/4628\/1480\/files\/playfulnostalgia_krugS_2806_cover.png?v=1777408949"},{"product_id":"mauve-haze-mug","title":"Mauve Haze Mug","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eExuding elegance, the hazy and romantic surface on this mug recall English Romanticist and Impressionist paintings. Point your pinky finger is almost the only polite gesture, to do justice for the handle with the raindrop-shaped space.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEnchanting pink, purple and blue and black strokes seem to hint through a veil, against a creamy yellow that harkens nostalgia. The velvety soft, matte finish offers a soothing comfort that calms the mind with every touch.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade by Mashiko-based ceramic artist Hiroo Yoshizawa, the mug features a sleek shape, which widens gently towards the rim. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe slender, upright body fits comfortably in the hand, feeling even more natural than its appearance suggests. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle, crafted with meticulous attention to detail, is designed to be easy to grip, ensuring a stable hold even when filled to the brim.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Susurri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57746266652936,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1038\/4628\/1480\/files\/delicate_hiroo_2682_cover.png?v=1777493094"},{"product_id":"oribe-black-dot-mug","title":"Oribe Black Dot Mug","description":"\u003ch4\u003eThis Oribe-glazed mug combines traditional, lustrous \u003cem\u003eOribe\u003c\/em\u003e glaze with whimsical polka dots to infuse aesthetic delight in your beverage moment.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eYamamoto’s Oribe glaze is renowned for its transparency and modernity, standing apart from the traditional Mino-yaki Oribe glaze. 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