Hagi ware, 12th generation, Tohei Tahara, tea utensils, cloth, with original box Biography of the 12th generation, Tohei Tahara 1925: Born in Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, as the second son of the 10th generation Tohei Tahara. Real name: Genjiro 1944: Drafted while attending Yamaguchi High School and went to Manchuria. 1945: Interned in Siberia after the end of the war. 1948: Returned from Siberia where he was interned. As the elder brother, the 11th generation Tohei Tahara, had no successor, he began working in the pottery industry to succeed the family business. 1956: Assumed the name of the 12th generation Tohei Tahara. 1972: Became a regular member of the Japan Kogei Association. 1981: Designated as an Intangible Cultural Property of Yamaguchi Prefecture. 1982: Participated in the Yamaguchi Prefectural Education and Culture Exchange Inspection Group. 1991: Died on September 27th. Known for his gentle personality, he was particularly skilled in making tea bowls. He deepened his knowledge of the Urasenke tea ceremony, became proficient in the traditional family methods, and studied Korean tea bowls, the origin of Hagi ware, and created a unique style that could be called Tohei's tea pottery. This is a sake cup made by the 12th generation, Mr. Tohei Tahara. Many people collect them. It fits comfortably in your hand when you hold it‼ Please understand that the original box has some stains. I have other items for sale, so I would be happy if you would take a look. We are waiting for purchases from those who understand antiques and curios. Antiques, curios, art, sake vessels, ceramic artists, sake cups, vintage, antique Shipping is free. Type...Pottery Type...Tea bowl Pottery...Hagi ware