Bizen Rice Bowl

This rice bowl is the work of Tsuyoshi Kugo, who trained at the prestigious Kaneshige Toshien pottery and whose motto is to create pieces that resonate with the user’s needs. With its well-proportioned angle and a design that feels lighter than it appears, the bowl is comfortable to hold and a pleasure to use. The piece is stacked during firing, allowing you to enjoy two distinct types of clay texture: the earthy, shiso-colored body and the silvery, fire-marked *hi-dasuki* patterns that are revealed once you finish your meal. The slightly textured surface prevents rice from sticking, offering the added delight of seeing the piece soften and evolve through continued use. Paper box
Diameter 12.7cm × 12.7cm × Height 6.5cm After graduating from high school, Tsuyoshi Kugo joined the Kaneshige Toshien pottery and studied under Rieimon Kaneshige, where he mastered the foundations and techniques of Bizen ware. In 2000, he built his own climbing kiln to strike out on his own, producing his first firing that same year. He held his first solo exhibition in Okayama that same year, and has since held group exhibitions in Yokohama and Tokyo. He has also participated in the Saru-Tori Ceramic Exhibition, featuring young artists born in 1968. His work has been recognized with numerous awards, including selections for the Tea Ceremony Art Exhibition and the Japan Kōgei Association Branch Exhibition.