Translations from Tokoname catalog

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Re: Translations from Tokoname catalog

by Chip » Jul 5th, '10, 17:13

In the case of buying from them, I would ask anyway. You want to make 100% certain you know what you are getting. IMHO.
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Re: Translations from Tokoname catalog

by Geekgirl » Jul 5th, '10, 17:15

YAY! thanks!
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Re: Translations from Tokoname catalog

by Robert Fornell » Jul 10th, '10, 19:44

mbishop wrote:Could someone please tell me what it says above pot number 546?

http://www.tokoname.or.jp/teapot/yubi-se/yubi10-30.jpg

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人気商品 (ninkishouhin) means "popular product" and as someone else posted さやわか (sayawaka) means refreshing......

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Re: Translations from Tokoname catalog

by tjsan » Jul 11th, '10, 06:09

I think that Sawayaka refers to a type of filter which is used in this kyusu.
The Sawayaka type is fixed on a smooth gentle incline.
These filters are often detachable, so that they can be replaced over time.

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Re: Translations from Tokoname catalog

by TokyoB » Jul 11th, '10, 13:40

tjsan - thanks. That solves it. I knew there must be a technical definition. If you look at the catalog various teapots are labelled "sawayaka". Thanks!
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