{"product_id":"p7050","title":"Bizen Beer Drinker","description":"This is a new Bizen beer tumbler by Yoshiteru Koriki, who pursues his own creative vision without pretense while having studied under Sozan Kaneshige and Yuho Kaneshige.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is his latest work, just removed from the kiln in June 2023.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe dignified quality of the clay, inherited from Sozan Kaneshige, may seem understated at first glance, but it is of an exceptionally high standard, clearly demonstrating what sets high-quality clay apart from the rest.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAmong Koriki’s works, which are renowned for their diverse landscapes and clay qualities, this piece is a popular type of beer tumbler that combines a clay texture with a subtle scarlet hue and a refined, matte \"kase-goma\" (dry sesame) ash glaze.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe soft, lightly fired clay absorbs moisture instantly when used, transforming into a rich color reminiscent of a ripe, juicy fruit.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nOn one side, a striking, beautiful green matte ash glaze catches the eye, creating a luxurious landscape where one can enjoy both the clay texture and the kiln transformation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe form is reminiscent of the beer tumblers once crafted by Yuho Kaneshige—though no longer in production—featuring a sharp design with a slightly tapered body and superb, meticulous craftsmanship, such as the fine trimming around the base.\n\nNo box included (*a paulownia wood box can be made upon request)\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 7.4cm x 7.2cm x Height 12.3cm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n*Please note that a shipping fee of 500 yen will be charged.\n\nYoshiteru Koriki was born in Ako City, Hyogo Prefecture, in 1970.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAfter graduating from high school, he studied ceramics for seven years starting in 1989 under Sozan Kaneshige and Yuho Kaneshige.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1996, he built his own climbing kiln in Shizutani, Bizen City, to become independent, and fired his first kiln the following year.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe held his first solo exhibition in Tokyo in 2000 and has held solo exhibitions every year since.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 2002, he was selected for the Tea Ceremony Modeling Exhibition for the first time.","brand":"高力芳照","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618730496097,"sku":"7050","price":3850.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/7050.jpg?v=1790241483","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p7050","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}