{"product_id":"p8067","title":"Bizen ware black mug","description":"This is a Bizen black mug by Sohei Takashima, who made a spectacular debut after graduating from the studio of Jun Isezaki and receiving the Japan Ceramic Society's Modern Ceramic Art Encouragement Award.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis Bizen black mug was created by Takashima, who apprenticed under the fifth Living National Treasure for Bizen ware, Jun Isezaki, and has since established his own studio in Ushimado, Setouchi City.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nBy incorporating ingenious techniques in the final firing process in an electric kiln, he has created an artificial gold-like sheen across the piece, which, combined with a three-tone gradation of clay, gives it a unique atmosphere.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe texture of the clay on this piece has a metallic hue, which beautifully highlights Takashima's exquisite craftsmanship.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nTakashima is known for his meticulous approach to everything from tableware to tea utensils, and this piece is no exception, showcasing impressive craftsmanship in every detail.\n\nNo box included\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 11.5cm x 8.5cm x Height 6.3cm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n*Please note that a shipping fee of 500 yen applies.\n\nSohei Takashima was born in Kushiro, Hokkaido in 1991.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAfter graduating from the Department of Design at Dohto University in 2014, he went on to apprentice under Jun Isezaki.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe is currently based in Ushimado, Setouchi City, Okayama Prefecture, where he works independently.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHis awards and selections include the Okayama Prefectural Art Exhibition Encouragement Award, selection for the Tanabe Museum of Art \"Tea Ceremony Form Exhibition,\" the Tobi Exhibition Encouragement Award, selection for the Modern Tea Ceramics Exhibition, and the Japan Ceramic Society's Modern Ceramic Art Encouragement Award.","brand":"高島聡平","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618237927521,"sku":"8067","price":5500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/8067.jpg?v=1790233705","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p8067","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}