Due to the busy season at work, there may be times when shipping is suspended. Please be sure to read the profile m(_ _)m. * A set of 5 Tachikichi Meimei bowls. "Rinpa Spring and Autumn Togetsu" series. These items are "Shumaki" (vermilion-wrapped), dyed in a vermilion red color. Although they are ceramic, they have a soft and elegant color that is reminiscent of lacquerware. While it is common to color only the outside, these are luxuriously painted with vermilion (Bengala) both inside and out. It's not just a solid color; the swirling brushstrokes created by applying a brush to the rotating potter's wheel create a dynamic landscape ^_^. The outside has a platinum silver band with gold and silver autumn grass patterns. Inside, there are circular patterns with a faint contrast of gold and silver stippling. When you look at the patterns inside and out together... the scene of "the moon shining on the surface of the river"! (See photo ⑥) The gold edging also has the atmosphere of moonlight. The product name "Togetsu" (Crossing Moon) makes you think, what a wonderful design (´ ▽ `). ※The colors may look slightly different depending on the natural light or the type of lighting. The size is approximately 12.8 x 11.3 cm (oval) in diameter, and approximately 5.7 cm in height (at the highest point). As Meimei bowls, they can be used for various dishes such as Japanese food, simmered dishes, and boiled dishes. Because they are deep, you can serve a small amount of sashimi in them like a Mukozuke, or serve a finishing dish of mixed rice or chirashi sushi. They can also be used for dipping sauces and broths for tempura. You can also use them for mini salads, fruits, and desserts, taking advantage of their vivid colors ^_^. For New Year's, the Doll Festival, and other seasonal celebratory meals. I think they would look good not only with Japanese food, but also with Chinese and ethnic dishes ^_^. I received these quite a while ago and they were buried during a move. They have been stored away ever since. Unused, beautiful condition with the original box. There are no cracks, chips, or water stains. (The original box is relatively clean, but there are some scratches and peeling.) How about it for those who like the design or are looking for them ^_^. These are rare, discontinued items, and I don't think you see them very often. The red wrap is expensive, but it's a bargain price with shipping paid by the sender. Please understand that these have been stored at home and consider purchasing them. Please forgive any original glaze unevenness or minor scratches due to storage. Shipped with the original box. We will also pack them securely with bubble wrap, etc. Arita-yaki Imari-yaki Nabeshima-yaki Mino-yaki Seto-yaki Akazu-yaki Kutani-yaki Kiyomizu-yaki Kyo-yaki Hasami-yaki Tachikichi Maebata Kozan-gama Koransha Noritake NIKKO Nikko Sakuyama-gama Toribachi Toribachi Tare-ire Bowl Coming-of-Age Ceremony Doll Festival Celebratory meal Seasonal festival * *