Hidasuki Sake Cup

This is a *hi-dasuki* sake cup by Tomio Ochi, an artist who works tirelessly at his kiln under the guidance of Yasuhito Abe, pouring his relentless passion into his ceramics. Fired in a kiln specially designed with unique refractory bricks, this piece was pushed until the Seger cones collapsed, reflecting Ochi's commitment to challenging himself until he is satisfied with the transformation of the clay particles. Due to a high-temperature firing process unlike any other, the cup produces a clear, high-pitched ringing sound reminiscent of glass or metal. It features the rich, vibrant *hi-dasuki* (fire-cord) markings for which Ochi is renowned—markings that will become even more beautiful when moistened with sake. Signed wooden storage box to be provided later (please allow some time for shipping).
Diameter 7.4cm × Diameter 7.4cm × Height 5.4cm Tomio Ochi graduated from Niihama Technical High School in Ehime Prefecture in 1949. He moved to Tokyo in 1952 to study oil painting and sculpture, continuing to pursue these arts while working for a company. In 1997, he visited Yasuhito Abe in Ushimado, Setouchi City, Okayama Prefecture, to seek his mentorship. He built his own kiln in Ushimado in 1998, and has since been dedicated to the craft of Bizen ware, drawing on his background in sculpture and painting.