Cup - Large Blue Shigaraki-yaki by Asemi Co.

The kiln "Tsubohachi" (one of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns) is located in Shigaraki, Shiga prefecture. Here, Daiki Okuda, third generation potter of the kiln, continues the tradition. In this fast paced, stressful, and oftentimes cruel society, he made it his mission to bring a bit of relief to the people through his pottery. He believes in the power pottery has to heal hearts when people surround themselves with it.

Although Shigaraki-yaki is most famous for its iconic raccoon-like Tanuki statues, the tradition also has a long history of producing tea ware, large jars, and pots.

Details:

• Materials: Clay, glaze
• Measurements: Approximately 4in H x 2 3/4in diameter; holds approximately 8oz
• Stunning hand-crafted cup made in traditional local style and clay
• Created in the Tsubohachi kiln in Shiga Prefecture, one of Japan’s Six Ancient Kilns, by third-generation artisan potter Daiki Okuda
• Blue Shigaraki-yaki style features light speckled clay with soft heathered blue glaze
• Subtle spiraling ridges on the walls of the cup and light glaze drips highlight the artisan handmade nature of the piece
• Stackable with all Asemi Co. cups
• Not dishwasher or microwave safe
• Each cup is unique due to the natural variation of handmade products; the piece you receive may vary slightly from photo

Daiki Okuda
Tsubohachi, Shiga Prefecture
for Asemi Co.
Tokyo, Japan

Images by Bezel & Kiln

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