These pieces are hand thrown on the wheel in stoneware, altered to hold your chopsticks. Several layers of glaze was applied around the rim & on the inside giving this unique effect & several layers of color. This bowl is food, microwave, oven, & dishwasher safe. Holds appx 3.5 cups. Perfect pho, pasta ramen, noodles, stir fry, soup, prep bowl, limitless. Great gift for the ramen/stir fry lover in your life! This item is a one of a kind piece. Occasionally my pieces may have slight imperfections or marks, adding to the character & signifying that it has been made by hand. FREE SHIPPING, INCLUDES CHOPSTICKS Octopus Squid Noodle Bowl With Chopsticks, Blue Drippy Glaze, Stoneware, Rice Stir Fry Bowl, Appx 3.5 Cups, Free Shipping