Sakuma Katsuyama's Banko-yaki Matcha Bowl, Tea Ceremony Utensil, with Wooden Box and Cloth Sakuma Katsuyama Born in 1906 (Meiji 39) in Matsusaka City, Mie Prefecture. He was the fourth generation of the Matsuko Kiln in Matsusaka, which was founded by the first generation, Nobuharu, during the Ansei era, following the lineage of Numami Rōzan, the founder of Banko-yaki. He was taught by his father, Hōrin, from a young age and received the Matsubishi Matsuko seal from Tantansai. He passed away in 1998 at the age of 92. He was highly regarded by tea masters, having served the 13th generation of the Omotesenke school, Sokuchūsai, and received the Matsubishi Matsuko seal from the 14th generation of the Urasenke school, Tantansai. Height: Approximately 7.5 cm Width: Approximately 11.9 cm I purchased this a long time ago and have never used it, but it is an antique, so there may be some soiling. Please check the images for the condition and make your judgment. There may be fine scratches due to long-term storage. There may also be other unnoticed stains or minor scratches. We appreciate your bids if you understand antiques. Thank you for viewing.