Hasami Ware Art Mug – “Catching a Sea Bream with a Shrimp” (Red, Hand-Painted) | Red Artisan Mug – Japanese Proverb Inspired: “Catching a Sea Bream with a Shrimp” | Made in Japan

A Storytelling Mug That Brings a Little Luck.

A Lucky Mug for Everyday Use

With its stable form, comfortable handle, and pleasing weight, this mug is made for daily enjoyment.
Whether for your morning coffee or afternoon tea, it brings a little extra charm—and maybe a little extra luck—to your routine.
It’s also an excellent gift for anyone who loves Japanese culture, handcrafted art, or unique ceramics.

Specifications

• Size: approx. 12.5 cm wide (including handle) × 9.7 cm diameter × 8.7 cm height

• Weight: approx. 240 g (varies slightly by piece)

• Material: Ceramic (Hasami ware)

• Finish: Hand-painted red decoration (slightly textured surface)

• Artist: Shinya Yoshimura, Tōkōbō Raku

• Origin: Hasami, Nagasaki, Japan

• Microwave: Not recommended (to protect the artwork)

• Dishwasher: Not recommended (hand washing preferred)

• Gift wrapping available

This artisan mug illustrates the beloved Japanese proverb “Catching a sea bream with a shrimp”—a phrase that represents unexpected good fortune.
The scene is painted like a charming picture book: a bright red sea bream approaching a vivid shrimp, full of humor and character.

Every detail is hand-painted by ceramic artist Shinya Yoshimura, blending the traditional techniques of Hasami ware with a playful, modern touch.
The brushwork, color contrast, and soft texture of red painting create a one-of-a-kind piece that adds joy to your everyday moments.

Free shipping :
The product price includes shipping. You don't have to pay for shipping.
We ship our goods by EMS, a reliable door to door shipping service by Japan Post.

VAT / Import tax :
Our price does not include VAT nor any import tax.
Please pay it at your responsibility if required.
If you have a question, please feel free to ask us.
We are looking forward to your order.

About our store :
We are a select store with a long history, with a physical store in Akasaka, Tokyo.
We carefully select and sell wonderful products from all over Japan.

Because of its location in Akasaka, Tokyo, the store is visited by a great number of foreigners living in Japan and tourists from abroad.
The products we sell are purchased by the owner of the store, who is a connoisseur of ceramics and crafts, after thoroughly examining the products. In this sense, we are distinct from souvenir stores in many tourist destinations in Japan.
If you are able to select and purchase a wonderful Japanese craft from our selection, and if you are satisfied with the quality of the products, it will be worthwhile for us to carefully select and purchase them.

Craft Ogawa, Specialty Store
Akasaka, Tokyo, Japan
Mail:  craft.gallery.ogawa@gmail.com