The base of the pitcher has a potters mark that translates as "Nenki An" (the studio or kiln name) and "Kizo Sei"(Kizo made). The side marking is in calligraphy and we could not get a full translation of whole thing; however, the right site bottom two letters are " Rich taste".

The Pomegranate (zakuro in Japanese) has special cultural significance, especially in connection with KISHIBOJIN (sometimes called Kishimojin or kariteimo), a popular Goddess of childbirth and motherhood who can usually be seen holding a pomegranate in her right hand. The reason for this is quite simple — zakuro are bursting with an abundance of juicy seeds — making it a perfect symbol of fertility. It represents the wish for numerous children and the attainment of sexual maturity by a woman.