
Charm of Traditional Craft: Origin and Development of Zefeng Underglaze Color Hand-painted Ceramics
Walking into the long river of history, we can see that a traditional technique originated from the East has been extremely well preserved and developed in Japan-this is Zefeng underglaze color hand-painted ceramics. This ancient pottery technology originated in the Tang Dynasty in China, and was gradually introduced to the Japanese Islands with cultural exchanges and took root there. After thousands of years of evolution and improvement, it has now become a part of the essence of Japanese culture.
Zefeng brand occupies an important position in the global market with its excellent handmade level and profound cultural heritage. Each piece of porcelain from here is not only a practical daily necessities, but also a work of art carrying a long history. From soil selection, molding to painting and firing, every link embodies the painstaking wisdom of craftsmen, reflecting their respect for traditional culture and innovative spirit.

Ingenuity: the exquisite craftsmanship behind each bowl
When we look closely at a Zefeng underglaze hand-painted ceramic rice bowl, we will be surprised at how many delicate and subtle strokes are hidden in it. These seemingly simple and beautiful patterns are actually carefully crafted by countless processes. First of all, it is necessary to select high-quality clay as the raw material, and then through a series of preparatory work such as kneading, shaping, drying and polishing, etc., to enter the most critical step-manual drawing of patterns.
the artists in charge of drawing work usually have decades or even hundreds of years of family inheritance experience. they dip their brushes into special pigments and draw vivid pictures on the surface of the unfinished body. Every stroke down to be careful, a little careless may be wasted. It is this demanding attitude of perfection that has created a unique and highly ornamental value of the works.

New Choice of Home Aesthetics: Bringing Artwork into Daily Life
When we introduced such a delicate and beautiful Zefeng underglaze color hand-painted ceramic rice bowl into our home, it immediately became a highlight in the living room or dining room. Whether it's Chinese classical decoration or modern minimalist style, this small 6-inch soup bowl fits perfectly into it and adds a bit of elegance to the whole room. It is very harmonious and natural to place it in the center of the solid wood round table or on the stainless steel western kitchen table. If you add a few matching tea sets and glasses, you can better highlight the owner's taste.
Not only that, but many enthusiasts also cherish and protect them as precious collections. Some people specially set up a wall to display all kinds of porcelain bowls of different styles but the same outstanding, and each time they appreciate them, they feel as if they are in a museum. Others like to put their favorite things by the window of the study, and when the sun shines, the colorful color changes are intoxicating.

Taste upgrade: add a touch of culture to the catering service
For high-end restaurants that pay attention to the dining environment and service quality, it is very important to choose high-quality tableware. In recent years, more and more famous stores have begun to use exquisite porcelain provided by high-end brands like Zefeng. Because compared with ordinary industrialized products, these hand-made ceramics have higher artistry and uniqueness, which can better reflect the hotel grade and bring customers a new sensory enjoyment.
Many well-known chefs have also said in interviews that the use of Zefeng underglaze hand-painted ceramics has indeed given them more inspiration in the process of preparing food. On the one hand, it is because the elegant and chic appearance makes people appetite, on the other hand, it is because the good texture helps to maintain the temperature of the food and thus improve the taste expression. In addition, there are some local specialties that are particularly authentic because they are dressed in such utensils.
Four Seasons: An Ideal Container for Delicious Tastes
Despite being called a "soup bowl", this tiny Zefeng underglaze hand-painted ceramic is not limited to this single use. Regardless of spring, summer, autumn and winter, you can switch its role at will according to seasonal changes. In winter, it is the best companion for warm stewed delicacies. A bowl of old fire soup with steaming steam can make cold nights warm and incomparable. When summer comes, it can turn into a storage box for refreshing salad or fruit platter. Colorful food is matched with elegant and fresh flower and bird patterns to add fresh beauty.
In fact, this versatile kitchen tool is capable of loading almost any type of ingredient. The lingering fragrance left after frying and frying seems to be sealed on this smooth and hard surface, waiting for the next release of the lid to evoke good memories again. Every time you open the refrigerator and take out the familiar and unfamiliar bowl, you will feel that it is full of infinite possibilities, ready for the next wonderful cooking journey.
