Handcrafted Cracked Glaze Koi Japanese Tea Cup

Crafted for the discerning tea lover, this traditional Japanese-inspired porcelain teacup brings graceful aesthetics and timeless symbolism to your daily tea ritual. Featuring a soft sky-blue celadon glaze and natural crackle texture, each cup is one-of-a-kind, with subtle variations that make it uniquely yours.

Distinctive Design & Symbolism

The cup is decorated with a vivid hand-printed koi (carp) motif, accented with the classic auspicious phrase nennen youyu (年年有余), bringing wishes of abundant prosperity and good fortune to your home. Bright orange koi with black spotting pop gently against the muted celadon glaze, balancing subtlety with meaningful detail that adds cultural depth to your tea collection. A small red artist seal and black calligraphy complete the traditional look, while the unglazed natural clay base adds a touch of rustic warmth.

Quality Craftsmanship

The signature cracked (开片, kaiben) glaze creates a textured, matte surface that deepens in character over time. As you use your cup, tea leaves will naturally stain the fine crack lines, creating a unique patina that is entirely your own — this “growing” quality gives the cup collectible value and the relaxing hobby of “cup nurturing” that tea lovers around the world enjoy.

Made from high-fired porcelain ceramic, the cup boasts balanced heat retention: it stays warm to the touch even when filled with hot tea, is easy to clean, and durable enough for daily use.

Available Sizes

Style A: 2.8″ x 2.1″ (7cm x 5.4cm), 3.4oz (100ml) — a gently rounded, fuller cup for generous servings
Style B: 3″ x 1.5″ (7.6cm x 3.9cm), 3oz (90ml) — a low, wide profile for easy aroma appreciation
Style C: 2.8″ x 2.3″ (7.1cm x 5.9cm), 2.4oz (70ml) — a tall, slender cup perfect for small-batch traditional tea service

Ideal for solo daily tea, multi-person tea ceremonies, or as a thoughtful gift for tea lovers and anyone who appreciates handcrafted functional art.