Japanese Kiyomizu-yaki Lucky Cat Pine, Bamboo and Plum

Japanese Kiyomizu-yaki lucky cat design with pine, bamboo, and plum blossoms.

Dimensions: Height 14.5cm , Width 9cm

Material: Porcelain

Product Description:

Pine, plum, and bamboo are known as the Three Friends of Winter.

What is the symbolism of pine trees?

Pine trees symbolize strength, elegance, and longevity; the plant is known for its tenacious vitality.

The meaning of bamboo

Bamboo symbolizes longevity, peace, and continuous advancement, and the plant can adapt to various harsh growing environments.

The meaning of plum blossoms

The plum blossom symbolizes elegance, perseverance, and resilience. Its plant, undeterred by the harsh winter, blooms proudly amidst wind and snow, suggesting that only through hardship can one achieve success.

Made in Japan

Kiyomizu-yaki introduction

" Kyo-yaki " is a style of tea ceremony that originated in the early Edo period.

Kyoto pottery has primarily spread from the foothills of Higashiyama. On the other hand, " Kiyomizu-yaki " refers to pottery made at the entrance to Kiyomizu-dera Temple on Gojo-zaka. Currently, all pottery made in Kyoto is called " Kyo-yaki / Kiyomizu-yaki ".

This type of glaze, known as crystalline glaze, is characterized by the precipitation of crystals during the melting and cooling process. Beautiful flower-shaped crystalline vessels appear as if flowers have bloomed on their surface. Most importantly, the crystals grew larger and took on various shapes. Furthermore, no two designs can be made the same; each piece is a unique work of art.