{"product_id":"matcha-bowl-ch-j-giga-chawan-白鳥獣戯画切立茶碗","title":"CHO-JYU GIGA Chawan | 白鳥獣戯画切立茶碗","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Chawan is decorated with the playful art of Cho-jyu Giga. Made with Petalite-rich clay, renowned for its exceptional durability and resistance to direct heat, this piece embodies the philosophy of Banko (萬古), meaning \"Eternal.\" It perfectly blends wit and strength for daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in: Mie, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraftsmanship: Handmade one by one\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePottery Type: Banko Ware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: Approx. 12cm (D) x 7.5cm (H)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCho-jyu Giga: Japan's Oldest Manga\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artwork decorating this bowl originates from the National Treasure scroll, \"Cho-jyu Giga\" (Frolicking Animals), which is preserved at Kozan-ji Temple in Kyoto. It depicts humorous scenes of animals -such as rabbits, frogs, and monkeys- behaving like humans, earning it the nickname \"Japan's oldest manga.\"\u003cbr\u003eThis playful, timeless art continues to inspire modern culture, even influencing popular anime (such as NARUTO), embodying the essence of Japanese humor across generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Philosophy of \"Banko\" (Eternal Durability)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe creation of this bowl is infused with the philosophy of \"Banko\" (萬古), meaning \"eternal or perpetual.\"\u003cbr\u003eThis technique utilizes Petalite-rich clay, resulting in a remarkable durability that can withstand high heat. This piece offers not only artistic value but also the strength to be a cherished, everlasting part of your daily ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TsuTsu UraUra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46692397449365,"sku":"1_MTB_011","price":69.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/0099\/8293\/files\/IMG_7018.heic?v=1764906700","url":"https:\/\/tsutsuuraura.com.au\/products\/matcha-bowl-ch-j-giga-chawan-%e7%99%bd%e9%b3%a5%e7%8d%a3%e6%88%af%e7%94%bb%e5%88%87%e7%ab%8b%e8%8c%b6%e7%a2%97","provider":"TsuTsu UraUra","version":"1.0","type":"link"}