Shipping takes place on 10:00 a.m. ~ 19:00 p.m. business days.
Shipping is not available on weekends and holidays.
Same Day Delivery
Same day delivery is available for orders submitted before 12:00 noon, payments by credit card, and with all items in stock.
Excluding weekends and holidays.
Depending on the type of clay used, our tableware can be broadly classified into four categories. Each category differs not only in appearance and texture but also in usage precautions. At Marumitsu Poterie, our tableware is categorized by Material Number. By checking the number indicated on each product, you can understand its characteristics and any important usage guidelines.
The body material is made from refined clay called toudo (pottery clay) and is fired at approximately 1100°C–1200°C, then glazed. Because the body is porous and has low density, it is absorbent and develops a unique “character” with repeated use. Compared to porcelain, its lower density makes it less strong, which is why it is often made thicker, though it remains relatively light. When tapped, it produces a dull sound.
Earthenware(open fire safe)|material number9
The body material is made from refined clay called toudo (pottery clay), mixed with minerals such as petalite or cordierite (special heat-resistant materials), giving the vessel the ability to withstand thermal stress without cracking due to heat expansion. Heat-resistant glazes are also applied, and the pieces are fired at approximately 1100°C–1200°C. This type mainly refers to vessels designed for direct-fire use, such as donabe (earthenware pots).
Semi Porcelain|material number5material number6
The body material is made from toudo (pottery clay) with a higher content of fluxes such as feldspar and silica, fired at approximately 1200°C–1250°C and then glazed. While the body is well vitrified, it does not become fully porcelain and retains slight absorbency. It combines characteristics of both earthenware and porcelain.
Porcelain|material number7material number8
The body material is made from kaolin rock (crushed raw stone) either alone or mixed with a small amount of pottery clay, and fired in a high-temperature kiln at 1250–1350°C. The particles in the body are largely fused with glass, making it high-density and hard with almost no absorbency. Among ceramics, it is the thinnest and strongest, producing a clear, metallic-like sound when tapped.