Aioi, Hyogo Prefecture: Banshu Aioi-yaki, "Seikan Chindo Chawan" by Hosho Nawa, an Ido chawan (tea bowl). Hosho-san's works are particularly highly regarded for their Ido chawan, and he is well-known among tea ceremony practitioners and pottery enthusiasts. This matcha tea bowl was made using soil excavated during the construction of the Seikan Tunnel. - It is in beautiful condition with no signs of use and no damage. - "Seikan Chindo Saku" (Made with Seikan Tunnel soil) is written on the side of the foot. - Inner diameter 14 cm, height approximately 9 cm. - Comes with a matching box, a booklet, and a cloth. Thank you for viewing.