逸品

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 逸品(いっぴん) means an item of exceptional quality or craftsmanship.
• Basic usage: It praises well-made objects such as a chair or a teapot.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• 一品 as a count
  • 一品(いっぴん) can count one item or dish, while 逸品 evaluates outstanding quality.
• Price and quality
  • 手頃な価格ながら逸品だった describes an excellent item at a reasonable price. High praise does not necessarily mean a high price.