{"product_id":"p6630","title":"Black Grail","description":"This is a brand new black cup, freshly fired by Tomoyuki Oiwa, who studied ceramic techniques under Ryuichi Kakurezaki and continues his research in Kamigori, Hyogo Prefecture.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is his latest work, removed from the kiln in May 2022.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMr. Oiwa aims for intense firing, and the high heat transforms the black slip into a magnificent hue, resulting in a clear, lustrous black similar to that of his mentor, Mr. Kakurezaki.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFurthermore, this piece goes beyond that, featuring a vibrant, vivid blue kiln transformation; the extremely clear coloration is almost reminiscent of hikidashi-guro (drawn-out black ware), which is quite remarkable.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe interior features an abundance of natural glaze carried by the raging flames, creating a luxurious landscape of black, blue, and gold that is endlessly captivating.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis versatile cup can be used for various purposes, such as for shochu or as a tea cup.\n\nNo box included\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 9.8cm × 9.4cm × Height 8.8cm\u003cbr\u003e\n\nTomoyuki Oiwa was born in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture in 1977.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe completed the Bizen Ceramic Center program in 2004 and began studying under Ryuichi Kakurezaki in 2005.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe established his own studio in Hyogo Prefecture in 2014.","brand":"大岩智之","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618720895073,"sku":"6630","price":11000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/6630.jpg?v=1790241273","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p6630","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}