This is the Japanese traditional pottery, called “KUTANI” . KUTANI is a very exclusive and beautiful dish. When the rich Japanese people eat sashimi-raw fish or sushi or tsukemono-pickles, they usually use this small size dish for soy sauce. — Approximate Size — Diameter 9.5cm Weight 62.7g ***** The price doesn’t include the 10% Japanese national consumption tax , Due to the reason that our store is introducing and selling the item to foreign customers living in foreign countries, not in Japan. If you live in Japan, the price has to include the 10% tax. Thank you for your understanding. ******* ◇◇Caution◇◇ It’s quite common that there might be a few and very little cracks on Japanese pottery, Because Japanese ceramics is not so hard. Please understand the fact before you order on our site. Thank you.