■ Please Note: International shipments may occasionally require the recipient to contact their local post office or customs office. If your parcel is held or delayed, you are responsible for contacting the appropriate office to arrange delivery or collection. If a parcel is refused, unclaimed, or returned to Japan, additional shipping charges will be required to resend it. Please make sure to receive your package and contact your local post office promptly if necessary. The item you receive will be exactly the one shown in the listing photos, including all accessories. Please examine all photos carefully before purchasing, as they form an essential part of the item description. There may be errors in the title. The photographs take precedence over the title and product description. You will receive the item shown in the photographs. We cannot accept claims regarding errors in the title or product description. Please examine the photographs carefully and purchase at your own discretion. I will state this again as it is important: we absolutely cannot accept claims regarding errors in the title or product description. To protect against fraudulent claims based on insignificant wording differences, the listing photos are considered the definitive description of the item. Please examine all photos carefully before purchasing. If anything is unclear, feel free to contact me before placing your order. If you believe anything is missing or there is a problem with your order, please contact me directly before opening a claim. I am committed to resolving any genuine issue quickly and fairly. Shipping costs include insurance but do not include import duties, VAT, taxes, or customs fees. Any such charges are the buyer's responsibility. If you have any questions regarding these charges, please contact your local customs office. As all items are shipped from Japan, international delivery may take longer than expected. Please monitor the tracking information after dispatch. Customs authorities or the local postal service may contact you regarding import procedures or taxes. If they do, please respond promptly to avoid delays or the return of the parcel. If a parcel is returned due to non-response, refusal, or customs-related issues, the buyer will be responsible for both return shipping costs and reshipping fees. Please bid only if you understand and accept these shipping conditions. Thank you for your understanding. ■ Description: Key affiliations and exhibition history of Masumi Shibata: • Full Member of the Japan Kōgei Association (Japan Crafts Association) • Councilor of the Mino Ceramic Art Association • Selected for exhibitions including the Japan Traditional Art Crafts Exhibition, the Japan Ceramic Art Exhibition, and the Chunichi International Ceramic Art Exhibition • Recipient of awards at exhibitions such as the Asahi Ceramic Art Exhibition and the Chubu Yomiuri Art Exhibition • His works (including *tenmoku*-glazed jars) have been featured by the Japan Kōgei Association (a public interest incorporated association) ■ Antique/Vintage Notice: This is a genuine vintage or previously owned Japanese artwork. Minor signs of age, natural kiln effects, surface wear, or manufacturing irregularities are consistent with handcrafted ceramics and should not be considered defects. Please examine all listing photos carefully, as they form the definitive description of the item. ■ Shipping & Handling: We ship worldwide from Japan using insured and trackable services. All items are professionally packed to ensure safe delivery. Import duties or customs fees are the buyer’s responsibility. Delivery may take time depending on your location. Feel free to reach out with any questions. Shipping carrier selection requests are not accepted.