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Flag of Akita Akita Japan - Black Coffee Mug

Flag of Akita Akita Japan - Black Coffee Mug

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Flag of Akita - Black Mug Design

This design reproduces the official flag of Akita Prefecture, a regional emblem set on a plain field and given the full weight of civic symbolism.

Visual Elements & Composition

The layout is minimalist and centred. A single emblem sits at the heart of the flag, and nothing competes with it. The palette is restrained, with white and green doing all the work: white forms the stark ground, and green draws the stylised insignia in clean, confident shapes. The emblem dominates the composition and carries no extra ornament, so the eye settles on it immediately.

Meaning & Symbolism

The emblem is a stylised form of the Japanese character for autumn, 秋, which is the root of the prefecture's name. Akita is in the north of Honshu, a region known for its landscapes and long traditions of craft and rural life, and its flag condenses that identity into one mark. Prefectural heraldry like this is how Japanese regions announce themselves: formal, disciplined and proud of where they come from. The design belongs to that tradition of civic pride rather than decoration.

Turned in the Hand

A mug is held and turned, so the emblem is seen in pieces as the cup moves. The centred insignia reads as a complete mark from the front, while the sides of the mug keep the field simple and uncluttered. Each morning the design is in the hand, close to the face, which suits a mark meant to be looked at properly rather than glanced past. On a black mug, the white and green of the flag stand out cleanly, and the emblem keeps its formal character from the first sip to the last.

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Glossy black ceramic mugs in two practical sizes — 11 oz (≈330 ml) and 15 oz (≈440 ml). Comfortable C-handle, microwave- and dishwasher-safe, and manufactured to be lead- and BPA-free. Note: printed blacks may read slightly different from the mug’s base color.

These mugs are made from solid ceramic with a glossy glaze that gives a deep, even surface for printing. Sublimation printing embeds ink into the glaze so artwork sits smoothly on the mug rather than simply sitting on top — that means better resistance to fading and scratching during normal use.

They’re available in the classic 11-ounce size for everyday black coffee and tea, and a larger 15-ounce cup if you like extra room for milk, foam or a long pour. The C-shaped handle is wide enough for a secure grip and balances the mug well when full.

  • Material: 100% ceramic with a high-gloss finish for punchy, saturated results.
  • Sizes: 11 oz (≈330 ml) and 15 oz (≈440 ml) — choose your routine size.
  • Printing: sublimation process fuses color into the glaze for durable imagery.
  • Safety: lead- and BPA-free; meets common food-contact safety standards.
  • Design note: very dark artwork and the mug’s black base can produce subtle shade differences — add a thin lighter outline to ensure contrast if needed.

These mugs are at home in the kitchen, on the office desk, or tucked into a morning routine. They work for espresso shots, pour-overs, oat-milk lattes — you name it. The larger size is handy when you want a second cup’s worth without a refill.

  1. Daily use: fill with your preferred brew and sip — the mug handles hot liquids safely.
  2. Office-friendly: fits most standard mug warmers and sits securely on communal trays and kitchen counters.
  3. Gifting: packs well (wrap with a soft layer) and pairs nicely with coffee beans, tea tins, or a small box of biscuits.

Practical tip: for very dark designs, try a thin light border or a small margin so the artwork reads cleanly against the black ceramic.

These mugs are both microwave- and dishwasher-safe, but gentle habits extend the life of the print. We recommend dishwasher use on the top rack and milder cycles when possible.

Hand-washing is the friendliest option: warm water, mild dish soap, and a soft sponge. Avoid steel wool, harsh scouring pads, or blasting with extremely hot industrial cycles. And a quick reminder — don’t microwave an empty mug.

Two sizes: 11 oz (approx. 330 ml) and 15 oz (approx. 440 ml). The smaller cup is the familiar, everyday size; the larger one is for fuller pours and extra-creamy drinks.

Each mug’s mouth and height are proportioned so they’re easy to drink from and easy to clean. If you’re pairing with saucers or nesting in cabinets, expect the 15 oz to be slightly wider and taller than the 11 oz.

Size guide

All measurements are product dimensions in inches.

11 oz 15 oz
Height (in) 3.86 4.72
Diameter (in) 3.35 3.35
Diameter with handle (in) 4.72 5.12

Note: dimensions are nominal — small production tolerances may apply. If you need precise fitment (e.g., for nested storage or custom packaging), please allow a small margin.