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No. 7920
Kuro Guinomi
¥24,200
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Description
This is a new Kuro guinomi (sake cup) by Tomoyuki Oiwa, who studied ceramic techniques under Ryuichi Kakurezaki and continues his research and practice in Kamigori, Hyogo Prefecture.
It is his latest work, removed from the kiln in October 2025 (Reiwa 7).
Through Oiwa’s powerful firing, the black slip has developed a vivid tone, resulting in a lustrous, clear black reminiscent of Kakurezaki’s own black works.
Oiwa places particular emphasis on the high-temperature phase toward the end of the firing. By carefully holding near peak temperature for a relatively long time, he brings out a striking blue fire effect.
A beautiful cobalt blue spreads across the outer surface of the piece, except for the front area, the foot, and the interior well. When used, it will take on the moisture of the sake and shine even more beautifully.
On the foot and inside as well, the black slip is thoroughly fired, transforming into a glossy black that looks almost wet.
The form itself is simple—an inverted-triangle, glass-like design—which perfectly sets off the intense blue fire effect.
He was born in Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture in 1977.
He became a disciple of Ryuichi Kakurezaki in 2005.
He became independent as a ceramic artist in 2016.
It is his latest work, removed from the kiln in October 2025 (Reiwa 7).
Through Oiwa’s powerful firing, the black slip has developed a vivid tone, resulting in a lustrous, clear black reminiscent of Kakurezaki’s own black works.
Oiwa places particular emphasis on the high-temperature phase toward the end of the firing. By carefully holding near peak temperature for a relatively long time, he brings out a striking blue fire effect.
A beautiful cobalt blue spreads across the outer surface of the piece, except for the front area, the foot, and the interior well. When used, it will take on the moisture of the sake and shine even more beautifully.
On the foot and inside as well, the black slip is thoroughly fired, transforming into a glossy black that looks almost wet.
The form itself is simple—an inverted-triangle, glass-like design—which perfectly sets off the intense blue fire effect.
He was born in Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture in 1977.
He became a disciple of Ryuichi Kakurezaki in 2005.
He became independent as a ceramic artist in 2016.
Details
- Pottery Type
- guinomi
- Dimensions
- W7.1cm x D7.0cm x H7.8cm
About the Artist
He was born in Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture in 1977.
He became a disciple of Ryuichi Kakurezaki since 2005.
He became independent as a ceramic artist in 2016.
He became a disciple of Ryuichi Kakurezaki since 2005.
He became independent as a ceramic artist in 2016.