{"product_id":"japanese-raku-pottery-tea-cup","title":"Japanese Raku Pottery Tea Cup","description":"\u003c!-- YAVOK_PDP_START --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yavok-pdp\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:40px;align-items:flex-start;margin:0 0 56px 0;background:transparent\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px;min-width:270px\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;font-size:.7em;letter-spacing:.22em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#607000;font-weight:600\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;width:26px;height:2px;background:#607000;vertical-align:middle;margin-right:10px;border-radius:2px\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0;font-size:1.55em;line-height:1.22;color:inherit\"\u003eHandcrafted raku ceramic tea cup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;line-height:1.75;color:inherit;opacity:.82\"\u003eThis Japanese raku pottery tea cup is made from traditional raku ceramic with a distinctive crackled glaze finish. Each cup is artisan-made, meaning no two are identical. Perfect for tasting tea or preparing matcha, it captures the beauty of the firing process. The crackle pattern develops as the hot ceramic cools, creating natural variations. Hand wash recommended to preserve the glaze. Ideal for loose leaf tea enthusiasts and matcha lovers seeking an authentic, tactile brewing experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px;min-width:270px\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #60700033;border-radius:14px;overflow:hidden;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,.05)\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:.95em\"\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#6070000f;border-bottom:1px solid #6070001f;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 16px;font-size:.72em;letter-spacing:.12em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#607000;font-weight:700;white-space:nowrap;vertical-align:middle;width:38%\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 16px;line-height:1.55;color:inherit;opacity:.88\"\u003eRaku ceramic\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #6070001f;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 16px;font-size:.72em;letter-spacing:.12em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#607000;font-weight:700;white-space:nowrap;vertical-align:middle;width:38%\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 16px;line-height:1.55;color:inherit;opacity:.88\"\u003eCrackled glaze\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#6070000f;border-bottom:1px solid #6070001f;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 16px;font-size:.72em;letter-spacing:.12em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#607000;font-weight:700;white-space:nowrap;vertical-align:middle;width:38%\"\u003eCraftsmanship\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 16px;line-height:1.55;color:inherit;opacity:.88\"\u003eArtisan-made, each piece unique\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #6070001f;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 16px;font-size:.72em;letter-spacing:.12em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#607000;font-weight:700;white-space:nowrap;vertical-align:middle;width:38%\"\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 16px;line-height:1.55;color:inherit;opacity:.88\"\u003eTea tasting, matcha\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#6070000f;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 16px;font-size:.72em;letter-spacing:.12em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#607000;font-weight:700;white-space:nowrap;vertical-align:middle;width:38%\"\u003eCare\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 16px;line-height:1.55;color:inherit;opacity:.88\"\u003eHand wash\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:40px;align-items:center;margin:0 0 56px 0;background:transparent\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px;min-width:270px\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0281\/1854\/8615\/files\/japanese-raku-pottery-tea-cup-packshot_13b4184b-5ba1-49e7-8ef2-0a7165da4031.webp?v=1788899905\" alt=\"Every crack tells your story\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:18px;display:block;box-shadow:0 18px 40px rgba(0,0,0,.14)\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px;min-width:270px\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;font-size:.7em;letter-spacing:.22em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#607000;font-weight:600\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;width:26px;height:2px;background:#607000;vertical-align:middle;margin-right:10px;border-radius:2px\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe beauty of imperfection\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0;font-size:1.55em;line-height:1.22;color:inherit\"\u003eEvery crack tells your story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;line-height:1.75;color:inherit;opacity:.82\"\u003eRaku pottery isn't about perfection, honey. It's about the accident, the moment the glaze decides to crackle as it cools. Your tea cup becomes a living record of every brew you make. No two are alike, and that's exactly the point. You're not buying mass-produced ceramicware; you're holding a small piece of Japanese artisan tradition that changes with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;flex-direction:row-reverse;gap:40px;align-items:center;margin:0 0 56px 0;background:transparent\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px;min-width:270px\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/kucuxckdtkotzexulnsb.supabase.co\/storage\/v1\/object\/public\/blog-covers\/cro-eco\/packshot-1788898676611.png\" alt=\"Artisan raku ceramic with crackled glaze\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:18px;display:block;box-shadow:0 18px 40px rgba(0,0,0,.14)\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px;min-width:270px\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;font-size:.7em;letter-spacing:.22em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#607000;font-weight:600\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;width:26px;height:2px;background:#607000;vertical-align:middle;margin-right:10px;border-radius:2px\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWhat makes it special\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0;font-size:1.55em;line-height:1.22;color:inherit\"\u003eArtisan raku ceramic with crackled glaze\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;line-height:1.75;color:inherit;opacity:.82\"\u003eThis tea cup is made from traditional raku ceramic, fired using methods refined over centuries. The crackled glaze finish happens naturally as the hot ceramic cools, creating those beautiful, unpredictable patterns. Each cup is handcrafted, so yours is genuinely one-of-a-kind. Mind you, that's what makes it worth holding. Pair it with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/luluteapot.com\/blogs\/matcha\/matcha-101-how-to-make-matcha-at-home\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:underline;text-underline-offset:3px\"\u003ehow to make matcha at home\u003c\/a\u003e for the full experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:40px;align-items:center;margin:0 0 56px 0;background:transparent\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px;min-width:270px\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0281\/1854\/8615\/files\/japanese-raku-pottery-tea-cup-1.jpg?v=1788861114\" alt=\"Sipping matcha or loose leaf tea\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:18px;display:block;box-shadow:0 18px 40px rgba(0,0,0,.14)\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px;min-width:270px\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;font-size:.7em;letter-spacing:.22em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#607000;font-weight:600\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;width:26px;height:2px;background:#607000;vertical-align:middle;margin-right:10px;border-radius:2px\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eIn your hands\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0;font-size:1.55em;line-height:1.22;color:inherit\"\u003eSipping matcha or loose leaf tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;line-height:1.75;color:inherit;opacity:.82\"\u003ePicture this: early morning light, your raku cup warming between your palms, steam rising from fresh matcha or your favorite loose leaf brew. The crackled glaze catches the light differently each time. You're not rushing. You're tasting, noticing, being present. This cup slows you down. That's what artisan ceramicware does when it's made to be felt, not just used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;flex-direction:row-reverse;gap:40px;align-items:center;margin:0 0 56px 0;background:transparent\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px;min-width:270px\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0281\/1854\/8615\/files\/japanese-raku-pottery-tea-cup-2.jpg?v=1788861114\" alt=\"Built for daily tea rituals\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:18px;display:block;box-shadow:0 18px 40px rgba(0,0,0,.14)\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px;min-width:270px\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;font-size:.7em;letter-spacing:.22em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#607000;font-weight:600\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;width:26px;height:2px;background:#607000;vertical-align:middle;margin-right:10px;border-radius:2px\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eReal-world brewing\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0;font-size:1.55em;line-height:1.22;color:inherit\"\u003eBuilt for daily tea rituals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;line-height:1.75;color:inherit;opacity:.82\"\u003eBetween you and me, this cup works beautifully for tasting sessions where you want to focus on flavor and aroma. The ceramic holds heat gently, and the glaze is food-safe for both hot tea and matcha. Hand wash it after each use, and it'll keep recording your tea story for years. It's practical, honest, and never pretentious about what it is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:40px;align-items:center;margin:0 0 56px 0;background:transparent\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px;min-width:270px\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0281\/1854\/8615\/files\/japanese-raku-pottery-tea-cup-3.jpg?v=1788861115\" alt=\"One handcrafted raku tea cup\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:18px;display:block;box-shadow:0 18px 40px rgba(0,0,0,.14)\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px;min-width:270px\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;font-size:.7em;letter-spacing:.22em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#607000;font-weight:600\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;width:26px;height:2px;background:#607000;vertical-align:middle;margin-right:10px;border-radius:2px\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWhat arrives\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0;font-size:1.55em;line-height:1.22;color:inherit\"\u003eOne handcrafted raku tea cup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;line-height:1.75;color:inherit;opacity:.82\"\u003eYou'll receive one Japanese raku pottery tea cup, ready to use. That's it. No filler, no unnecessary packaging. Just the cup itself, packed carefully so it arrives in perfect condition. Free US shipping, 30-day returns, and if you have questions, a real person from Granny Lulu answers every email. We stand behind what we send.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:8px 0 24px 0;background:transparent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;font-size:.7em;letter-spacing:.22em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#607000;font-weight:600\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;width:26px;height:2px;background:#607000;vertical-align:middle;margin-right:10px;border-radius:2px\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eFAQ\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;font-size:1.55em;line-height:1.22;color:inherit\"\u003eQuestions about your raku tea cup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n    \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #60700030;padding:4px 0\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;line-height:1.4;color:inherit;list-style-position:inside\"\u003eWhat's the difference between raku and regular ceramic tea cups?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;padding:0 0 16px 0;line-height:1.7;color:inherit;opacity:.82\"\u003eRaku is a Japanese pottery tradition where pieces are pulled from the kiln glowing hot, then cooled rapidly. This creates the signature crackled glaze. Each cup is unique and artisan-made, unlike mass-produced ceramicware. The result is a living piece that changes with use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #60700030;padding:4px 0\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;line-height:1.4;color:inherit;list-style-position:inside\"\u003eCan I use this cup for everyday tea drinking?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;padding:0 0 16px 0;line-height:1.7;color:inherit;opacity:.82\"\u003eYes. It's perfect for tasting tea or matcha, and it's food-safe for hot beverages. Hand wash after each use to preserve the glaze. The ceramic holds heat gently, making it ideal for mindful tea rituals rather than high-volume daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #60700030;padding:4px 0\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;line-height:1.4;color:inherit;list-style-position:inside\"\u003eWill the crackled glaze wear off or change over time?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;padding:0 0 16px 0;line-height:1.7;color:inherit;opacity:.82\"\u003eThe crackle is part of the firing process, not a coating that wears away. Over time, the cup may develop subtle staining from tea, which adds to its story. This is normal and expected with artisan raku pottery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #60700030;padding:4px 0\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;line-height:1.4;color:inherit;list-style-position:inside\"\u003eIs this cup dishwasher safe?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;padding:0 0 16px 0;line-height:1.7;color:inherit;opacity:.82\"\u003eNo, hand wash only. Raku ceramic is delicate and the crackled glaze is best preserved with gentle care. A quick rinse and dry keeps it in beautiful condition for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #60700030;padding:4px 0\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;line-height:1.4;color:inherit;list-style-position:inside\"\u003eWhy is each cup different if they're all raku pottery?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;padding:0 0 16px 0;line-height:1.7;color:inherit;opacity:.82\"\u003eBecause they're artisan-made. The crackle pattern forms naturally as the hot ceramic cools after firing. No two pieces cool exactly the same way, so the glaze cracks differently on each cup. That's the beauty of the accident.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- YAVOK_PDP_END --\u003e","brand":"Lulu Teapot","offers":[{"title":"Style 03","offer_id":45772683182215,"sku":null,"price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Style 04","offer_id":45772683214983,"sku":null,"price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Style 01","offer_id":45772683247751,"sku":null,"price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Style 02","offer_id":45772683280519,"sku":null,"price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Style 05","offer_id":45772683313287,"sku":null,"price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Style 09","offer_id":45772683346055,"sku":null,"price":44.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Style 07","offer_id":45772683378823,"sku":null,"price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Style 08","offer_id":45772683411591,"sku":null,"price":44.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Style 06","offer_id":45772683444359,"sku":null,"price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0281\/1854\/8615\/files\/japanese-raku-pottery-tea-cup-packshot_13b4184b-5ba1-49e7-8ef2-0a7165da4031.webp?v=1788899905","url":"https:\/\/luluteapot.com\/products\/japanese-raku-pottery-tea-cup","provider":"Lulu Teapot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}