Kenji Fukuda, captivated by the climate and natural environment during a trip to Okinawa, moved there and honed his skills for 10 years at the Kinjo Jiro Kiln and Shimabukuro Tsunehisa Studio. Recognized as his teacher's right-hand man, he built his own climbing kiln in Ogimi Village and became independent. He is dedicated to everyday pottery, working alone in his studio in the northern Yambaru region, firing his climbing kiln and stoically pursuing his craft. Kenji Fukuda Profile Born in Hanyu City, Saitama Prefecture. Moved to Okinawa, captivated by its climate and natural environment. 1986: Apprenticed at Kinjo Jiro Kiln and Shimabukuro Tsunehisa Studio. 1996: Built a climbing kiln in Ogimi Village and became independent. This is a rare piece fired in a climbing kiln. We personally visited the kiln opening and selected this exquisite item with a wonderful finish. Limited arrival! First come, first served, while stocks last. Please take this opportunity to acquire it. It is made with elaborate techniques, sparing no effort. The red clay body is coated with Okinawa's unique white clay using a brush and then fired in a climbing kiln. Red painting is further applied. It has a stylish and cute finish, characteristic of Fukuda-sensei. This is a very small choko (small cup) for drinking awamori straight. It's a rare size. Please enjoy using it. Okinawan Souvenir Folk Craft, Tsuboya Ware, Pottery Sake Cup, Yachimun, Handmade, Exquisite Artist's Work, Tsuboya Ware Climbing Kiln Kenji Fukuda White Brushstroke Choko for Aged Sake (Extra Small) 2 As all items are handmade, each piece will have slight variations. Due to the climbing kiln firing, ash may adhere, or the surface may be rough due to the nature of the clay, or the slip may be uneven. These are not defects. Also, the cracks on the surface are called crazing and are not scratches; they occur due to the difference in shrinkage ratio between the clay body and the glaze. Okinawan pottery is considered folk art, and therefore, it does not come with a box. Size: Width approx. 4.3 cm, Height approx. 3.2 cm Note: We take great care in photographing the items, but the colors may appear different depending on your monitor.