Mr. Yoshio Kuroda is deeply fascinated by the beauty of Bizen ware from the Momoyama period, considered a masterpiece among ancient Japanese ceramics. He is constantly researching and creating pottery, striving to breathe new life into the traditions left by his ancestors. This is a Bizen cylindrical guinomi (sake cup) by a popular Bizen ware artist, fired in a meticulously crafted climbing kiln. After training as a ceramic artist in Okinawa, he mastered the techniques of Bizen ware at the Sanroku Kiln. While he excels at large pieces, he also energetically creates tableware. Please take this opportunity to acquire this Bizen cylindrical guinomi, which is usually only available at solo exhibitions in department stores. Made from Osafune clay, shaped on a potter's wheel, and fired in a climbing kiln. The clay, shaping, and firing create a magnificent sangiri (wood-ash) kiln change, resulting in a guinomi of exceptional quality. [Bizen Ware] Climbing Kiln, Sake Vessels, Guinomi, Choko (small sake cup) Yoshio Kuroda, Regular Member of the Japan Kogei Association Bizen Cylindrical Guinomi (Sangiri) Product Number: t-b-1703ky-g14 Price: 5,500 yen (tax included) Size: Diameter approx. 6.8cm, Height approx. 6.3cm Accessories: Bookmark Made in Japan (Okayama Prefecture) Product Features: New (in stock) Due to being handmade (hand-formed), there may be slight imperfections. Due to the nature of earthenware, the surface may be rough, and during firing, spots (kiln changes) may occur due to the effects of flames, or ash (hai kaburi) may adhere, but this is not a defect. Quantity: This product is available only while supplies last. Note: We take great care in photography, but the color may appear different depending on your monitor.