This soba choko cup, used as a dipping bowl when eating soba, comes with a small  condiment plate that is used to put finely cut spring onions and wasabi for the dipping sauce. The plate can also be used as a lid or a coaster as well.  

The meticulouly painted design on the cup and the plate is an arabesque pattern. The intertwining vines symbolize longevity and prolongation of life. This pattern is one of the most popular patterns amongst Japanese crafts and is often seen on tableware and fabrics.