Shigaraki Shiro-yu White Glaze Carved Latte Soup Mug

A Latte-First Mug with a Japanese Sense of Scale

Designed as a Japanese soup mug, this generously sized vessel is especially loved for matcha lattes, hōjicha lattes, café au lait, and other warm drinks enjoyed slowly. Its size allows room for milk, foam, and aroma—without feeling cramped.

Unlike a standard coffee mug, this piece is meant to be held with intention and used without rushing.

 

Carved Form with a Soft White Glaze

The surface is carved by hand, creating a subtle rhythm that feels grounding in the hand. The Shiro-yu white glaze settles gently into the carved lines, giving the mug a quiet depth rather than a flat finish.

Each piece reflects the natural character of Shigaraki clay and firing, making no two mugs exactly alike.

 

Also Suited for Soup and Light Meals

While it shines as a latte mug, the wide, open form also makes it well suited for soup or small servings of stew. This versatility is intentional—rooted in how soup mugs are used in everyday Japanese kitchens.

 

This mug holds approximately 360 ml, making it larger than a typical coffee mug but smaller than a bowl. It’s ideal for lattes, milk-based drinks, and light soups without feeling bulky or heavy in the hand.