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One is finished in black and the other in red, giving each person their own bowl while keeping the pair visually connected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCherry blossoms appear inside both bowls, so part of the decoration is gradually revealed as the meal is eaten. 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The restrained design makes them easy to combine with ceramic plates, wooden tableware or other everyday pieces already at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe urushi lacquer is applied by hand in successive coats, creating a smooth surface with more depth than a sprayed decorative finish. In the hands, lacquerware also feels warmer and lighter than a similarly sized ceramic bowl, which suits the way these bowls are intended to be held while eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt approximately 14.4cm across, they are larger than the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iromizu.co.uk\/products\/lacqure-bowl-cherry-blossom-pattern-pair?variant=52928664043863\u0026amp;_pos=3\u0026amp;_fid=9343b87c3\u0026amp;_ss=c\"\u003eCherry Blossom pair\u003c\/a\u003e and work comfortably for soup, rice, porridge, noodles or side dishes. 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