Bizen Beer drinker

This beer cup is the work of Masao Akitani, who studied under Living National Treasure Jun Isezaki and creates works overflowing with his own unique originality within a fresh spirit. It is characterized by the intense "goma" (ash glaze) unique to wood-fired anagama kilns and a starkly contrasted earthy texture. While its thin-walled construction makes it easy to handle, it also possesses the sophisticated design sense typical of Akitani-sensei, resulting in a piece that is both practical and impressive to behold. Bizen ware tends to stay cool, so if you chill it for about 10 minutes before use, the fine texture of the foam and the cooling effect will make it a delight to use during the hot season. Signed wooden box (double-crosspiece lid)
Diameter 8.5cm x Diameter 8.3cm x Height 12.1cm Masao Akitani was born in Saitama in 1968. He began studying under Living National Treasure Jun Isezaki in 1998, and after ten years of training, he built his own kiln in Bizen and became independent in 2008. He held his first kiln firing in 2009. His work has been selected for the Tanabe Museum of Art's "Tea Ceremony Modeling Exhibition" and the Japan Kōgei Association Chugoku Branch Exhibition, and he has received the Okayama Prefectural Art Exhibition Prize and the Encouragement Award.