Bizen Yunomi

This is a new Bizen tea cup by Masao Akitani, who studied under Living National Treasure Jun Isezaki and creates works overflowing with unique originality within a new spirit. Crafted using the *shinogi* (fluting) technique inherited from his mentor Jun Isezaki, the form is wonderful in its pursuit of three-dimensional interest and visual appeal. The evenly spaced, uniform-depth spatula marks overlap like the folds of a folding fan; beyond the three-dimensional interest, the act of shaving with a spatula allows one to directly enjoy the rough texture of the clay itself. At the same time, the rim is tapered purposefully, demonstrating careful attention to the user's comfort. The texture characteristic of an *anagama* kiln, with its scarlet clay body and areas of white, along with the dynamic *tobigoma* (splashed sesame) glaze, suits this stylish work perfectly. Paper box
Diameter 8.1cm x 7.9cm x Height 9.2cm

*Shipping fee is 500 yen. Masao Akitani was born in Saitama in 1968. He studied under Living National Treasure Jun Isezaki starting in 1998, and after a 10-year apprenticeship, he built his own kiln in Bizen and became independent in 2008. He held his first kiln opening in 2009. He has been selected for exhibitions such as the Tanabe Art Museum’s Tea Ceremony Modeling Exhibition and the Japan Kōgei Association Chūgoku Branch Exhibition, and has received awards including the Okayama Prefectural Art Exhibition Prize and the Encouragement Award.