Japan Blue Arabesque Soba Choko Cup and Condiment Plate Set
This soba choko cup, used as a dipping bowl when eating soba, comes with a small condiment plate that is used to put finely cut spring onions and wasabi for the dipping sauce. The plate can also be used as a lid or a coaster as well.
The finely painted design on the cup and the plate is an arabesque pattern. The intertwining vines symbolize longevity and prolongation of life. This pattern is one of the most popular patterns amongst Japanese crafts and is often seen on tableware and fabrics.
Although made for Japanese soba, this cup can also be used for desserts such as puddings or ice cream. As it comes with a lid, you can use it to drink hot Japanese tea or to make Japanese style steamed egg custard chawanmushi or to drink sake. Small portions of nuts or dry snacks can also be put into the cup and be placed on a side table.
