Yunomi


A 2=湯のみ is a tall form of a Japanese teacup, typically made from a ceramic material and having no handle.

Description

Yunomi teacups are tall with a trimmed or turned foot. They are usually held with two hands. Unlike the more formal chawan tea bowl which is used during the Japanese tea ceremony, the yunomi is made for daily or informal tea drinking.

Variations

There are special pairs of yunomi called. usually consist of two cups with the same pattern but slightly different sizes and often slightly different shapes. This pairing is popular for wedding gifts.

Genre

Many contemporary potters, both in the East and West, make yunomi. As a genre, the yunomi has become a much-collected item.