{"product_id":"p8047","title":"Bizen Sake Cup","description":"This is a newly fired Bizen sake cup by Makoto Nakamura, renowned for his sake and tableware, and the eldest son of the late master Rokuro Nakamura, a legendary Bizen potter. \u003cbr\u003e\nFired and removed from the kiln in June 2026, this is his latest work. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAs one would expect from a master of the kiln who was mentored by Michiaki Kaneshige, this sake cup features captivating kiln-transformation (yohen) and scarlet (hi-iro) hues achieved through exquisite temperature control. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe piece was thoroughly fired while buried in the glowing embers at the back of the kiln, resulting in a subtle, lead-like sheen of ash-glaze (haikaburi) covering the entire surface. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe \"nuke\" (clear patch) on the front was fired to perfection at the ideal moment, and the soft, gentle scarlet hue seems to beg for the cup to be filled with sake. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe scarlet color inside the cup, essential for enhancing the appearance of the sake, is equally magnificent; when filled, it resembles the glow of burning embers, creating a truly fascinating landscape. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWith its sharp outlines, exquisite scarlet hues, and dull-glowing ash-glaze, this is a highly accomplished sake cup that allows you to enjoy the wonders of climbing-kiln transformation from every angle. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWhile Makoto's recent sake cups have trended toward a smaller size, this piece features a bold, \"umadarai\" (horse-trough) shape reminiscent of Rokuro Nakamura's work, giving it a powerful presence.\n\nSigned wooden box (shiho-san) included.\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 8.3cm x 8.3cm x Height 4.0cm\n\nMakoto Nakamura was born in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture, in 1949, the eldest son of Rokuro Nakamura. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFrom 1971, he learned the foundations of Bizen ware under his father, Rokuro, gaining extensive training in everything from preparing the clay to the techniques of creation. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nTo study the firing techniques of Toyo Kaneshige, he also spent 10 years assisting with the kiln firing under Michiaki Kaneshige, receiving his direct mentorship. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe became independent in 1975. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nToday, he produces a wide range of works, focusing primarily on sake vessels but also including vases and tableware. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe actively holds solo exhibitions across Japan, including in Tokyo, Okayama, and Nagoya, and has also held joint exhibitions with his son, Kazuki Nakamura.","brand":"中村 真","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618234978401,"sku":"8047","price":20000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/8047.jpg?v=1790233674","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p8047","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}