Purchased in a gallery in Tajimi, Gifu Prefecture in 2021. I cherished it so much that I have never used it. I do not have any pets, and it has been stored in a dark, cool place. Artist: Kento Hayashi Pottery History: Born in Toki City in 1967 Graduated from Tajimi Technical High School, Design Department in 1986 Graduated from Nagoya University of Arts, Sculpture Department in 1990 Began training at Soyama Kiln under his father (Traditional Craftsman Ryoji Hayashi) in 1994 Since then, he has held solo exhibitions at private galleries throughout the country. Currently active. Price Reference: "Exquisite Tea Utensils" https://www.utsuwayayuuyuu.com/SHOP/TH-059.html The market price for a new item is around 30,000 to 100,000 yen. Kento Hayashi's works often incorporate modern elements into traditional Shino ware, and this artist's unique Shino ware is very appealing. In the cold winter, I think it would be nice to enjoy it with matcha green tea, not only with Japanese sweets but also with Western sweets, or to use it freely as interior decoration.