Shiraito Cup Has damage Unrepaired with kintsugi Beautiful scenery Mr. Hiomi Takesue is a ceramic artist active in Tsushima City, Nagasaki Prefecture. He aims to faithfully reproduce the pottery of the Joseon Dynasty, and creates imitations of "Goryeo Joseon ceramics" from his unique perspective. He is particularly known for his Ido tea bowls, kohiki, Mishima, and guinomi (sake cups). Based on his research of ancient Korean ceramics, he handles everything from making the clay to firing the pieces himself, creating works favored by connoisseurs with his unique environment and techniques. Features and Activities Reproduction and Unique Expression of Ancient Ceramics: While deeply researching Joseon Dynasty ceramics and pursuing their reproduction, he also challenges new expressions, such as drawing inspiration from the traditional Korean cloth "Pojagi." Collaboration between Tsushima and Korea: Taking advantage of Tsushima's geographical location as an island on the border, he travels to Korea to conduct research on ancient kilns and excavate and study pottery shards, using this as the foundation for his creations. Technical Superiority: He is highly skilled in the potter's wheel technique, and his works, such as Ido tea bowls, are particularly highly regarded. Solo Production: By carrying out all processes, from traditional clay making to molding and firing, by himself, he infuses his own worldview into his works. Support Base: He receives strong support from tea ceremony practitioners and enthusiasts, and his works are exhibited in numerous solo exhibitions. Representative Works Ido tea bowls Kohiki tea bowls Mishima tea bowls Guinomi (sake cups) White porcelain, Hakeme (brush marks), iron painting