Maruhon Toki Chawanmushi Mug Set, Hand-Painted Violet Design, with Strainer Lids

A set of two Japanese ceramic mugs by Maruhon Toki, each fitted with its own built-in ceramic strainer lid, traditionally used for chawanmushi (steamed egg custard) or as personal tea infuser mugs. The body is hand-painted with a soft violet floral design in purple, blue, and green tones against a lightly speckled ivory glaze, with a gently textured, ribbed exterior surface.

Each mug has a single loop handle, and the perforated strainer lid sits snugly inside the rim, doubling as a lid or tea strainer depending on use. The base of one mug shows a spiral throwing mark; please see photos for exact condition, including any wear to the glaze or strainer piece.

• Dimension: (L) 7.7cm x (H) 7cm and 10cm with lid

• Material: Glazed ceramic, hand-painted decoration

• Glaze: Ivory speckled glaze with hand-painted violet floral motif

• Includes: Two mugs, each with a matching perforated strainer lid

• Maker: Maruhon Toki

• Condition: Good vintage/secondhand condition, minor wear consistent with age and use (see photos)

• A versatile set for chawanmushi, tea infusion, or as charming mugs with lids