Important notice to buyers in USA:

The shipping charge of this item includes applicable import fees (e.g. tariff, customs clearance handling charge by FedEx), so that you will not pay anything extra after checkout. (It is the reason why the shipping charge to USA appears quite higher than to other countries.) Should you have any questions, please message me.

Description:  

This is stunningly beautiful blue & white porcelain Ko-Imari Soba-Choko cup made during late 18th. century in Edo period in Arita and shipped from Imari port, Japan. 

(1*) Soba-Choko: Its literal translation is Buckwheat-Cup. One says it was originally made to dip buckwheat noodle into source. Another says it was made to serve dainty bits in a traditional Japanese authentic cuisine. Yes, you can use this cup in many ways with your creative idea such as a sake cup or a demitasse cup. 

The theme or pattern of this Soba-Choko is "REED" in a lake or pond. It was hand-drawn by an experienced artisan. The shape (especially its outside bottom) and the blue color of this cup indicate the cup was made late 18th. century in Arita and shipped from Imari port.  

You can use this cup in many ways such as drinking espresso or Japanese sake or whisky on the rocks, even as a beautiful ornament in your room. 

It is in excellent condition. Followings are imperfections but not flaws, which are often seen in Ko-Imari Soba-Choko made in 18th. century. 
- Photo #8 & 9: A dark brown spot developed from iron contained in clay and some faint blue spots inside the cup.
- Photo #10 - 12: One part in the center of the bottom looks like a chip. It is NOT a chip, i.e. well covered by graze. 
 
The cup is stored in a newly custom-made wood (paulownia) box, which is best to keep antique items. 

Size (approximately):   Diameter:  7.0 cm / 2.8 in       Height: 5.5 cm / 2.2 in 
Weight (approximately):   86 gr / 3.0 oz

Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.

Shipping: We ship to the following areas and countries.

The item will be shipped via FedEx, DHL or Japan Post depend on (1) the country you live, (2) the size and the weight of the item, and (3) the selected shipping option ("Standard" or "Expedited"). "Standard" is available only for certain countries. If you would like to know or request which courier service is to be used, please contact us. 

America: United States, Canada, Mexico

Europe / Middle East: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Hungary, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom

Asia / Oceania: Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam

Combined shipping:
If you would like, we can combine shipping under certain conditions, e.g. purchases within 3 days. If you want combine shipping, please contact us. 


Important notice to international buyers: 
- Import duties, taxes and any other charges that may occur in your country are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These are buyer's responsibility.
- We can not mark the item as gift or put its merchandise value lower than your purchased price.   

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