{"product_id":"p7667","title":"Bizen Hidasuki Sake Cup","description":"This is a new Bizen sake cup by Sohei Takashima, who made a spectacular debut after graduating from the studio of Jun Isezaki and receiving the Modern Ceramics Encouragement Award from the Japan Ceramic Society.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis tea cup is by Takashima, who studied under the fifth Living National Treasure for Bizen ware, Jun Isezaki, and subsequently established his own studio in Ushimado, Setouchi City.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe primary feature is the *hi-dasuki* (fire-cord) pattern created through the wood-firing technique (*anagama*) in which the Isezaki school excels, resulting in a rich, flavorful appearance that combines the refined, *mogusa*-colored clay with intense *hi-dasuki* markings.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nGreat attention was paid to the luster of the finish; the *hi-dasuki* retains a subtle sheen, while the surface of the clay has a matte, weathered texture.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nInside the cup, one can see what is commonly called *mijin-goma*, a scattering of extremely fine sesame-like ash deposits, reminiscent of life-giving rain falling on parched white clay, offering a sense of serenity to the viewer.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWhile the overall form, including the rim, is thin and supple, the foot features powerful carvings that allow one to feel the texture of the clay particles, showcasing Takashima’s mastery in balancing delicate and bold techniques.\n\nSigned wooden box (shiho-san)\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 6.3cm x 6.2cm x Height 6.1cm\n\nSohei Takashima was born in Kushiro City, Hokkaido, in 1991.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe graduated from the Department of Design at Dosan University in 2014 and immediately began his apprenticeship under Jun Isezaki.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe is currently working independently in Ushimado, Setouchi City, Okayama Prefecture.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHis awards and recognitions include the Okayama Prefectural Art Exhibition Encouragement Award, selection for the Tabe Museum's \"Tea Ceremony Ceramics Exhibition,\" the Ceramics Art Exhibition Encouragement Award, selection for the Modern Tea Ceramics Exhibition, and the Japan Ceramic Society's Modern Ceramics Encouragement Award.","brand":"高島聡平","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618203684961,"sku":"7667","price":14300.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/7667.jpg?v=1790233071","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p7667","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}