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No. 7941
Bizen Yunomi
¥16,500
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Description
This is a newly kiln-unloaded Bizen yunomi by Makoto Kaneshige, who inherited the Enzan kiln as the eldest son of Sozan Kaneshige and continues to captivate many people through a harmony of delicate, elegant clay character and powerful form.
It is his latest work, just unloaded from the kiln in late 2025 (Reiwa 7).
It was created in accordance with the essential philosophy of Kaneshige Bizen: avoiding excessive decoration and allowing the clay itself to speak. The beautiful kigoma and clay character harmonize with the simple design, giving the piece a striking presence.
The exposed clay surface, lightly accented with the spice of tiny sand grains, will become even richer in character after enjoying tea or beer, especially when it is slowly appreciated in the palm, much like a guinomi.
The well-fired surface has developed a rich, chocolate-like tone, and together with the beautifully melted, glass-like kigoma, it presents a landscape full of the charm of Bizen ware.
Its slightly vertical form is paired with the broad, dignified foot that Makoto Kaneshige is known for, and it is designed to be enjoyed not only as a yunomi or beer mug, but also for wine and other beverages.
He was born in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture in 1945 as the eldest son of Sozan Kaneshige.
He graduated from Kyoto University in 1969.
He became his father's disciple.
It is his latest work, just unloaded from the kiln in late 2025 (Reiwa 7).
It was created in accordance with the essential philosophy of Kaneshige Bizen: avoiding excessive decoration and allowing the clay itself to speak. The beautiful kigoma and clay character harmonize with the simple design, giving the piece a striking presence.
The exposed clay surface, lightly accented with the spice of tiny sand grains, will become even richer in character after enjoying tea or beer, especially when it is slowly appreciated in the palm, much like a guinomi.
The well-fired surface has developed a rich, chocolate-like tone, and together with the beautifully melted, glass-like kigoma, it presents a landscape full of the charm of Bizen ware.
Its slightly vertical form is paired with the broad, dignified foot that Makoto Kaneshige is known for, and it is designed to be enjoyed not only as a yunomi or beer mug, but also for wine and other beverages.
He was born in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture in 1945 as the eldest son of Sozan Kaneshige.
He graduated from Kyoto University in 1969.
He became his father's disciple.
Details
- Pottery Type
- Teacup / Beer mug
- Dimensions
- W7.6cm x D7.5cm x H10.1cm
About the Artist
He was born in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture in 1945 as the eldest son of Sozan Kaneshige.
He graduated from Kyoto University in 1969.
He became his father's disciple.
He graduated from Kyoto University in 1969.
He became his father's disciple.