Two sets of teacups, Kitcho-yoshi, after Kenzen, made by the 9th generation Hanshichi Shirai. Hanshichi Shirai A potter of Edo Imado-yaki. Up to the 7th generation, they were called Sumidagawa Hanshichi, Sumidagawa-yaki, and Imado-yaki. The line continued to the 9th generation, and each generation inherited the name Hanshichi Shirai. The first generation is said to have learned the techniques from a Kyoto dofuro master and produced dofuro and tea utensils around 1684-1687 (during the Jokyo era). The 4th and 5th generations were influenced by Fushimi dolls from Kyoto and produced Imado dolls. The 2nd generation produced soft pottery in the style of Raku ware, which became known as Imado-yaki. The 7th generation was affected by the Great Kanto Earthquake, and the kiln collapsed, so he built a kiln in Itami City, Hyogo Prefecture. The 8th generation moved the kiln to Takarazuka City, Hyogo Prefecture. He incorporated the colorful style of Kyo-yaki, such as Ninsei and Kenzan copies. 9th generation Hanshichi Shirai 1928 (Showa 3) - 1987 (Showa 62) He inherited the style of his father, the 8th generation, and excelled in Kenzan copies. In 1980 (Showa 55), he moved the kiln to Ohara, Sanda City, Hyogo Prefecture. He was close to Teiichi Yuki, the founder of the restaurant "Kitcho," along with his father, and left many works such as Kaiseki utensils and teacups in the Kitcho style. Condition They were stored in their boxes, and after cleaning off the dust, there were no tea stains, and they were in very beautiful condition. It is believed that they were stored unused. Since a considerable amount of time has passed, they are listed as "near new." Please check the photos for details. Please refrain from purchasing if you do not understand old items and handmade items.