{"title":"Bizenware","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is pottery made in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. The unique texture of the clay is popular with tea masters, and since the Muromachi period (1338-), much pottery for the tea ceremony has been made.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is characterized by the fact that the clay is fired as is without being glazed, and the beauty of the patterns that make use of the characteristics of the clay. Bizen ware is mainly fired in wood-fired kilns. The main fuel is pine wood, and the pottery is fired over a period of about two weeks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhen Bizen ware gets wet, the color becomes lighter, and the color changes with prolonged use. This change is a major attraction, so you can enjoy watching the pottery develop as you use it.\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"charcoal-teapot-ma","title":"Bizenware Mori Ichiro studio Blue Bizen teapot (180ml)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis is a blue bizen teapot from Mori Ichiro's studio. It is a teapot made from Bizen clay in the shape of a horizontal pot, which is one of the standard shapes of Chinese teapots. It has just the right volume for brewing Chinese or Taiwanese tea.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMr. Mori majored in sculpture, and has excellent sculpting skills, such as beautiful and powerful shapes. While based on tradition, he is exploring new styles of Bizen ware.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e(Brief biography of Mr. Mori Ichiro)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBorn in 1981 into the Mori family, a Bizen ware kiln manufacturer.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eGraduated from the Tokyo University of the Arts Graduate School of Fine Arts, Department of Sculpture in 2008\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2009 Drift Wood Sculpture Festival (Taipei\/Taiwan)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2011 Sculpture 575\/ (Taipei\/Taiwan)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2015 THE POWER OF BIZEN (Daiwa Anglo-Japanese Foundation, Kigbeare studio \u0026amp; gallery\/UK)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is pottery that is expressed with earth and fire. It is said that preapring the clay accounts for more than half of the work in Bizen ware, so preparing the clay is an important task.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen has soils of various colors and properties, and artists search for clay that suits their work. Bizen clay has coarse particles, making it difficult to make complex shapes like teapots. For this reason, Bizen ware tea utensils are mostly matcha bowls and Houhin, but very few teapots.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen soil contains iron. According to a study on Bizen ware kiln changes (the 3rd Okayama Studies Symposium, by Yamaguchi Kazuhiro, Okayama University of Science), the iron content of Bizen clay is about 2-3%.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis iron binds with tannins, the bitter component of tea. Therefore, tea brewed in a teapot made from Bizen clay is less bitter and has a smoother taste.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe once held a tasting event in Hong Kong using Bizen ware teapots. The tasting was lively, with many participants saying that when they brewed Pu-erh ripe tea, the tea tasted especially smooth. Since taste perception differs from person to person, it is difficult to make a general statement, but we feel that it certainly results in a smoother taste.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe feel that Bizen teapots give tea a smoother taste than Tokoname red clay teapots. The iron content of Tokoname red clay is about 5-6%, while that of Bizen clay is about 2-3%, so if we look at the iron content alone, Tokoname red clay should bind more easily with tannins.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe reason why tea brewed in a Bizen ware teapot tastes smoother is because the particles of Bizen clay are large, and even after firing there are gaps in the clay, so it absorbs more bitterness. In other words, we think that it is the size of the clay particles and the amount of iron that affect the taste of the tea. The effect of Bizen clay seems to be greater because the particles are larger.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware does not have patterns painted on the vessels, but the patterns are created by the flow of the flame that changes inside the kiln and the technique. The way the flame hits the vessel changes depending on where it is placed, such as near the entrance to the kiln, on a high place, or near a corner. It is made by nature, which is the flame, and no two vessels are the same.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\"Blue Bizen\" is a traditional Bizen ware technique characterized by bluish gray color. At the end of the firing process, charcoal is poured into the kiln through a side hole and the vessel is covered with charcoal. As the charcoal and ash partially cover the surface of the vessel, different patterns are created in the areas where the flame hits and the areas where it does not.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen pottery is characterized by the natural texture and feel of the earth. While the energy of the flame can be felt from the same Bizen ware's scarlet sash, the silence of the earth and forest can be felt from the Sangiri. This teapot is a fusion of Chinese tea culture and the nature of Bizen, expressing the traditional Chinese teapot called a horizontal pot with Bizen clay.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePotter: ICHIRO MORI studio\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFiring: Wood-fired kiln\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSize: Total length 12 cm (including handle and spout), body diameter 8 cm, height 8 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCapacity: Full170 ml Practical130ml\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWeight: Approximately 140 g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePacking: Paper box\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNotes: There is a hole at the top of the knob on the lid. Since it is handmade, each piece is different.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBecause the soil particles are coarse, it is difficult to stop the hot water even if you press the hole at the top of the lid. When pouring water, do not tilt the teapot vertically, but pour slowly to ensure smooth pouring.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e*Bizen ware\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is pottery made in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. Bizen ware production began around the end of the Heian period, about 800 years ago. Bizen ware is fired at high temperatures of 1200-1300°C, and because it is sturdy, many pots and jars were initially made. Bizen ware is favored by tea masters for its unique clay texture, and since the Muromachi period (1338-), much pottery for the tea ceremony has been made.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe characteristic of Bizen ware is that the clay is not glazed, but is fired as is, and the beauty of the patterns that make use of the taste of the clay. Bizen ware is mainly fired in wood-fired kilns. The main fuel is pine wood, and the pottery is fired over a period of about two weeks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThere are two types of clay: rice field clay, which is mainly taken from rice paddies, and mountain clay, which is taken from mountains. The beautiful patterns unique to Bizen ware are created with clay rich in iron, and the clay's blend gives each artist an individual earthenware taste.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhen Bizen ware gets wet, its color becomes brighter, and the color changes with prolonged use. This change is a major attraction, and you can enjoy watching the piece develop as you use it.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"煎茶 中国茶 台湾茶向け 日本製急須\/茶壺専門店　東山堂","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45464248025369,"sku":"","price":29700.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/8745\/6025\/files\/bizen-charcoal-teapot-mb-1.jpg?v=1735613468"},{"product_id":"scarlet-teapot-ha","title":"Bizenware Hosokawa Takahiro Hidasuki teapot A (130ml)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis is a Hidasuki teapot by Hosokawa Takahiro. This teapot is made from Bizen clay and has a Chinese-style backhand shape. It has just the right capacity for brewing Chinese or Taiwanese tea.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMr. Hosokawa specializes in pieces that make use of the natural texture of the clay to express the Bizen earth. His style is powerful and dynamic, not limited by traditional Bizen ware expression.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe details of the lid and spout are very carefully designed. He has dozens of clay blends and continues to explore Bizen clay. He is a notable artist whose popularity is increasing in mainland China, with his works selling out every time he holds a solo exhibition in Beijing.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e(Biography of Mr. Hosokawa Takahiro)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBorn in Okayama Prefecture in 1979.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eGraduated from the Bizen Ceramic Art Center in 1999. Studied pottery making under his grandfather Takemura Eiraku.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2015 Tokyo American Club Frederick Harris Gallery\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2016 Solo exhibition at Beijing Suzuki Shoten (2017, 2019)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2019 Selected for the Tabe Museum of Art Tea Ceremony Art Exhibition\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is pottery that expresses itself with earth and fire. It is said that preparing clay accounts for more than half of the work involved in Bizen ware, so preparing clay is very important task.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen has soils of various colors and properties, and artists search for clay that suits their work. Bizen soil has coarse particles, making it difficult to make complex shapes like teapots. For this reason, Bizen ware tea utensils are mostly matcha bowls, lidded bowls, and Houhin, and there are very few teapots.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen soil contains iron. According to a survey on Bizen ware kiln changes (the 3rd Okayama Studies Symposium, by Kazuhiro Yamaguchi, Okayama University of Science), the iron content of Bizen soil is about 2-3%.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe iron combines with tannins, which are the bitter taste components of tea. Therefore, tea brewed in a teapot made from Bizen clay has a smoother taste with less bitterness.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe once held a tasting event in Hong Kong using Bizen ware teapots. The tasting was lively, with many people saying that when brewing Pu-erh ripe tea, the tea tasted especially smooth. Since taste perception varies from person to person, it is difficult to make a general statement, but it certainly does taste smoother.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe feel that Bizen teapots make tea taste smoother than Tokoname red clay teapots. Tokoname red clay has an iron content of about 5-6%, while Bizen clay has an iron content of about 2-3%, so if we look only at the iron content, Tokoname red clay should be more likely to combine with tannins.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe reason tea brewed in a Bizen ware teapot tastes smoother is probably because Bizen clay has large particles and there are voids in the clay even after firing, which allows it to absorb more bitterness. In other words, We think that it is the size of the clay particles and the amount of iron that affect the taste of tea. The clay from Bizen has larger particles, so the effect seems to be greater.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware does not have patterns painted on the vessels, but the patterns are created by the flow of the flames that change inside the kiln and the technique. The way the flame hits the vessel changes depending on where it is placed, such as near the entrance to the kiln, on a high place, or near a corner. The vessels are made by relying on the natural flames, and no two vessels are the same.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHidasuki is a traditional Bizen ware technique characterized by reddish-brown patterns. By wrapping rice straw around the vessel and firing it, a lively reddish-brown pattern is created. The alkaline components of the rice straw react with the iron in the clay during firing to create the pattern.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCeramics are characterized by the warm texture of the clay, which makes them feel like they are a product of nature. The Hidasuki pattern seems to express the power of flames. With Bizen ware, you can feel the nature of the clay and the flames. This teapot is a fusion of Chinese tea culture and Bizen clay, expressing a traditional Chinese teapot with Bizen clay.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePotter: Takahiro Hosokawa (Bizen ware)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hosokawa___takahiro\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hosokawa___takahiro\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFiring: Wood-fired kiln\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSize: Total length 11cm (including handle and spout), body diameter 7cm, height 8cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCapacity: 130ml\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWeight: Approximately 150g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePackaging: Paper box\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNotes: Since this is handmade, each piece is slightly different.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBecause the clay particles are coarse, the hot water is difficult to stop even if you press the hole on the top of the lid. When pouring water, do not tilt the teapot vertically, but pour slowly to ensure smooth pouring. You can see how to pour water in the youtube video below.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/shorts\/5qPun6vLuQA\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/shorts\/5qPun6vLuQA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e*Bizen ware\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is pottery made in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. Bizen ware began production at the end of the Heian period, about 800 years ago. Bizen ware is fired at high temperatures of 1200-1300℃, and because it is sturdy, many pots and jars were initially made. Tea masters favored Bizen ware for its unique clay texture, and since the Muromachi period (1338-), many pottery pieces for the tea ceremony have been produced.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is characterized by the fact that the clay is fired as is without glaze, and the beauty of the patterns that make use of the taste of the clay. Bizen ware is mainly fired in wood-fired kilns. The main fuel is pine wood, and the pottery is fired for about two weeks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThere are two types of clay: rice field clay, which is mainly taken from rice paddies, and mountain clay, which is taken from the mountains. The beautiful patterns unique to Bizen ware are created with clay rich in iron, and the clay taste of each artist is created by the mixture of clay.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhen Bizen ware gets wet, the color becomes lighter, and the color changes with prolonged use. The changes that occur are a great sight to see, so it's fun to watch them grow while using the pottery.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"東山堂　煎茶器店","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45464426184985,"sku":"","price":22000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/8745\/6025\/files\/bizen-scarlet-teapot-ha.jpg?v=1729068133"},{"product_id":"bizen-gravel-teapot-a","title":"Bizenware Hosokawa Takahiro Reki teapot A (130ml)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis is a \"Reki\" teapot, a representative style of Hosokawa Takahiro. It is a teapot made of Bizen clay with a Chinese-style backhand shape. It has just the right volume for brewing Chinese or Taiwanese tea.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMr. Hosokawa specializes in works that make use of the natural texture of the clay to express the Bizen earth. His style is strong and dynamic, not limited by traditional Bizen ware expression.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe details of the lid and spout are very carefully designed. He has dozens of clay blend patterns, and continues to explore Bizen clay. He is a notable artist whose popularity is increasing in mainland China, with his works selling out every time he holds a solo exhibition in Beijing.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e(Biography of Mr. Hosokawa Takahiro)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBorn in Okayama Prefecture in 1979.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eGraduated from the Bizen Ceramic Art Center in 1999. Learned pottery making under his grandfather Takemura Eiraku.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2015 Tokyo American Club Frederick Harris Gallery\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2016 Solo exhibition at Beijing Suzuki Shoten (2017, 2019)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2019 Selected for the Tabe Museum of Art Tea Ceremony Art Exhibition\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is pottery that expresses itself with earth and fire. It is said that making earth accounts for more than half of the work involved in Bizen ware, so making earth is an important task.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen has soils of various colors and properties, and artists search for soil that suits their work. Bizen soil has coarse particles, making it difficult to make complex shapes like teapots. For this reason, Bizen ware tea utensils are mostly matcha bowls, lidded bowls, and houhin, and there are very few teapots.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen soil contains iron. According to a survey on Bizen ware kiln changes (the 3rd Okayama Studies Symposium, by Kazuhiro Yamaguchi, Okayama University of Science), the iron content of Bizen clay is about 2-3%.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe iron combines with tannins, which are the bitter taste components of tea. Therefore, tea brewed in a teapot made from Bizen clay has a smoother taste with less bitterness.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware does not have patterns painted on the vessels, but the patterns are created by the flow of the flames that change inside the kiln and the techniques used. The way the flame hits the vessel changes depending on where it is placed, such as near the entrance to the kiln, on a high place, or near a corner. Each vessel is made by relying on the natural force of the flame, and no two vessels are the same.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\"Reki\" teapot gives a sense of the strength and generosity of the earth. Although it is a new piece, it has the dignity and shadows of an antique. The texture of Bizen clay is skillfully expressed. This teapot has a two-layer structure with coarse clay on the outside and fine clay on the inside.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe pottery is characterized by a warm clay texture that makes you feel that it is a product of nature. The Reki represents the Bizen earth. With Bizen ware, you can feel the nature of the earth and the flames. This teapot is a fusion of Chinese tea culture and Bizen clay, expressing a traditional Chinese teapot with Bizen clay.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePotter:  Mr. Takahiro Hosokawa (Bizen ware)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hosokawa___takahiro\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hosokawa___takahiro\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSize: Total length 12cm (including handle and spout), body diameter 7cm, height 9cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCapacity: 130ml\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWeight: Approximately 230g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePackaging: Paper box\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNotes: Since this is handmade, there are slight differences between each piece.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBecause the clay particles are coarse, the hot water is difficult to stop even if you press the hole on the top of the lid. When pouring water, do not tilt the teapot vertically, but pour slowly to ensure smooth pouring.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e*Bizen ware\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is pottery made in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. Production of Bizen ware began around the end of the Heian period, about 800 years ago. Bizen ware is fired at high temperatures of 1200-1300℃, and because it is sturdy, many pots and jars were initially made. Tea masters favored Bizen ware for its unique clay texture, and since the Muromachi period (1338-), many pottery pieces for the tea ceremony have been made.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is characterized by the fact that the clay is fired as is without being glazed, and the beauty of the patterns that make use of the taste of the clay. Bizen ware is mainly fired in wood-fired kilns. The main fuel is pine wood, and the pottery is fired over a period of about two weeks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThere are two types of clay: rice field clay, which is mainly taken from rice paddies, and mountain clay, which is taken from the mountains. The beautiful patterns unique to Bizen ware are created with clay rich in iron, and the clay taste of each artist is created by the mixture of clay.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhen Bizen ware gets wet, the color becomes brighter, and the color changes with long use. This change is a major attraction, so you can enjoy watching the pottery grow as you use it.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"煎茶 中国茶 台湾茶向け 日本製急須\/茶壺専門店　東山堂","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45464806981913,"sku":"","price":27500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/8745\/6025\/files\/bizen-gravel-teapot-a1.jpg?v=1732608522"},{"product_id":"sesame-teapot-h","title":"Bizenware Hosokawa Takahiro Goma teapot (130ml)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis is a Goma teapot by Hosokawa Takahiro. This teapot is made from Bizen clay and has a Chinese-style backhand shape. It has just the right capacity for brewing Chinese or Taiwanese tea.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMr. Hosokawa specializes in pieces that make use of the natural texture of the clay to express the Bizen earth. His style is powerful and dynamic, not limited by traditional Bizen ware expression.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe details of the lid and spout are very carefully designed. He has dozens of clay blends and continues to explore Bizen clay. He is a notable artist whose popularity is increasing in mainland China, with his works selling out every time he holds a solo exhibition in Beijing.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e(Biography of Mr. Hosokawa Takahiro)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBorn in Okayama Prefecture in 1979.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eGraduated from the Bizen Ceramic Art Center in 1999. Studied pottery making under his grandfather Takemura Eiraku.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2015 Tokyo American Club Frederick Harris Gallery\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2016 Solo exhibition at Beijing Suzuki Shoten (2017, 2019)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2019 Selected for the Tabe Museum of Art Tea Ceremony Art Exhibition\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is pottery that expresses itself with earth and fire. It is said that preparing clay accounts for more than half of the work involved in Bizen ware, so preparing clay is very important task.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen has soils of various colors and properties, and artists search for clay that suits their work. Bizen soil has coarse particles, making it difficult to make complex shapes like teapots. For this reason, Bizen ware tea utensils are mostly matcha bowls, lidded bowls, and Houhin, and there are very few teapots.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen soil contains iron. According to a survey on Bizen ware kiln changes (the 3rd Okayama Studies Symposium, by Kazuhiro Yamaguchi, Okayama University of Science), the iron content of Bizen soil is about 2-3%.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe iron combines with tannins, which are the bitter taste components of tea. Therefore, tea brewed in a teapot made from Bizen clay has a smoother taste with less bitterness.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe once held a tasting event in Hong Kong using Bizen ware teapots. The tasting was lively, with many people saying that when brewing Pu-erh ripe tea, the tea tasted especially smooth. Since taste perception varies from person to person, it is difficult to make a general statement, but it certainly does taste smoother.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe feel that Bizen teapots make tea taste smoother than Tokoname red clay teapots. Tokoname red clay has an iron content of about 5-6%, while Bizen clay has an iron content of about 2-3%, so if we look only at the iron content, Tokoname red clay should be more likely to combine with tannins.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe reason tea brewed in a Bizen ware teapot tastes smoother is probably because Bizen clay has large particles and there are voids in the clay even after firing, which allows it to absorb more bitterness. In other words, We think that it is the size of the clay particles and the amount of iron that affect the taste of tea. The clay from Bizen has larger particles, so the effect seems to be greater.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware does not have patterns painted on the vessels, but the patterns are created by the flow of the flames that change inside the kiln and the technique. The way the flame hits the vessel changes depending on where it is placed, such as near the entrance to the kiln, on a high place, or near a corner. The vessels are made by relying on the natural flames, and no two vessels are the same.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eGoma means sesame in Japanaese and is a traditional technique of Bizen ware. It is so named because pine ash, which is used as fuel in the kiln, falls on the vessel and looks like sesame seeds on those parts. It is characterized by the texture of Bizen clay and the brown gradation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCeramics are characterized by a warm clay texture that makes you feel that it is a product of nature. With Bizen ware, you can feel the nature of earth and flame. This teapot is a fusion of Chinese tea culture and Bizen clay, expressing a traditional Chinese teapot using Bizen clay.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePotter: Takahiro Hosokawa (Bizen ware)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hosokawa___takahiro\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hosokawa___takahiro\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFiring: Wood-fired kiln\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSize: Total length 11cm (including handle and spout), body diameter 7cm, height 8cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCapacity: 130ml\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWeight: Approximately 150g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePackaging: Paper box\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNotes: Since this is handmade, each piece is slightly different.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBecause the clay particles are coarse, the hot water is difficult to stop even if you press the hole on the top of the lid. When pouring water, do not tilt the teapot vertically, but pour slowly to ensure smooth pouring. You can see how to pour water in the youtube video below.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/shorts\/5qPun6vLuQA\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e*Bizen ware\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is pottery made in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. Bizen ware began production at the end of the Heian period, about 800 years ago. Bizen ware is fired at high temperatures of 1200-1300℃, and because it is sturdy, many pots and jars were initially made. Tea masters favored Bizen ware for its unique clay texture, and since the Muromachi period (1338-), many pottery pieces for the tea ceremony have been produced.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is characterized by the fact that the clay is fired as is without glaze, and the beauty of the patterns that make use of the taste of the clay. Bizen ware is mainly fired in wood-fired kilns. The main fuel is pine wood, and the pottery is fired for about two weeks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThere are two types of clay: rice field clay, which is mainly taken from rice paddies, and mountain clay, which is taken from the mountains. The beautiful patterns unique to Bizen ware are created with clay rich in iron, and the clay taste of each artist is created by the mixture of clay.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhen Bizen ware gets wet, the color becomes lighter, and the color changes with prolonged use. The changes that occur are a great sight to see, so it's fun to watch them grow while using the pottery.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"煎茶 中国茶 台湾茶向け 日本製急須\/茶壺専門店　東山堂","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45494825648409,"sku":"","price":18700.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/8745\/6025\/files\/bizen-sesame-teapot-h.jpg?v=1729068081"},{"product_id":"bizen-kiln-change-teapot-ma","title":"Bizenware Mori Ichiro studio kiln change teapot (130ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThis is a kiln change teapot from Mori Ichiro's studio. It is a teapot made from Bizen clay in the shape of a horizontal pot, which is one of the standard shapes of Chinese teapots. It has just the right volume for brewing Chinese or Taiwanese tea.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eMr. Mori majored in sculpture, and has excellent sculpting skills, such as beautiful and powerful shapes. While based on tradition, he is exploring new styles of Bizen ware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e(Brief biography of Mr. Mori Ichiro)\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eBorn in 1981 into the Mori family, a Bizen ware kiln manufacturer.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eGraduated from the Tokyo University of the Arts Graduate School of Fine Arts, Department of Sculpture in 2008\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e2009 Drift Wood Sculpture Festival (Taipei\/Taiwan)\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e2011 Sculpture 575\/ (Taipei\/Taiwan)\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e2015 THE POWER OF BIZEN (Daiwa Anglo-Japanese Foundation, Kigbeare studio \u0026amp; gallery\/UK)\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eBizen ware is pottery that is expressed with earth and fire. It is said that preapring the clay accounts for more than half of the work in Bizen ware, so preparing the clay is an important task.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eBizen has soils of various colors and properties, and artists search for clay that suits their work. Bizen clay has coarse particles, making it difficult to make complex shapes like teapots. For this reason, Bizen ware tea utensils are mostly matcha bowls and Houhin, but very few teapots.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eBizen soil contains iron. According to a study on Bizen ware kiln changes (the 3rd Okayama Studies Symposium, by Yamaguchi Kazuhiro, Okayama University of Science), the iron content of Bizen clay is about 2-3%.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThis iron binds with tannins, the bitter component of tea. Therefore, tea brewed in a teapot made from Bizen clay is less bitter and has a smoother taste.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eWe once held a tasting event in Hong Kong using Bizen ware teapots. The tasting was lively, with many participants saying that when they brewed Pu-erh ripe tea, the tea tasted especially smooth. Since taste perception differs from person to person, it is difficult to make a general statement, but we feel that it certainly results in a smoother taste.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eWe feel that Bizen teapots give tea a smoother taste than Tokoname red clay teapots. The iron content of Tokoname red clay is about 5-6%, while that of Bizen clay is about 2-3%, so if we look at the iron content alone, Tokoname red clay should bind more easily with tannins.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe reason why tea brewed in a Bizen ware teapot tastes smoother is because the particles of Bizen clay are large, and even after firing there are gaps in the clay, so it absorbs more bitterness. In other words, we think that it is the size of the clay particles and the amount of iron that affect the taste of the tea. The effect of Bizen clay seems to be greater because the particles are larger.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eBizen ware does not have patterns painted on the vessels, but the patterns are created by the flow of the flame that changes inside the kiln and the technique. The way the flame hits the vessel changes depending on where it is placed, such as near the entrance to the kiln, on a high place, or near a corner. It is made by nature, which is the flame, and no two vessels are the same.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhen the kiln is fired, the flame hits the vessel closest to the entrance, and this is how kiln-changed vessels are born. Because the flame hits so strongly, the vessel is prone to warping and cracking, so it is rare for the vessel to be successfully fired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThere are various color changes, such as dark brown, light brown, and gray. Where the ash floating in the wood-fired kiln falls on the piece, it becomes light brown spots. Where the piece is exposed to the flames for a long time during firing in the wood-fired kiln, it turns gray and green. While kiln changes are partly left to chance, ceramic artists prepare and devise ways to bring about wonderful coincidences.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePottery is characterized by a warm earthen texture that makes it feel like a product of nature. With Bizen ware, you can feel the natural elements of earth and flame. This teapot is a fusion of Chinese tea culture and Bizen clay, expressing a traditional Chinese teapot called a horizontal pot using Bizen clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003ePotter: ICHIRO MORI studio\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eFiring: Wood-fired kiln\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eSize: Total length 12 cm (including handle and spout), body diameter 8 cm, height 8 cm\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eCapacity:  Full130 ml Practical100ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eWeight: Approximately 133 g\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003ePacking: Paper box\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eNotes: There is a hole at the top of the knob on the lid. Since it is handmade, each piece is different.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eBecause the soil particles are coarse, it is difficult to stop the hot water even if you press the hole at the top of the lid. When pouring water, do not tilt the teapot vertically, but pour slowly to ensure smooth pouring.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e*Bizen ware\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eBizen ware is pottery made in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. Bizen ware production began around the end of the Heian period, about 800 years ago. Bizen ware is fired at high temperatures of 1200-1300°C, and because it is sturdy, many pots and jars were initially made. Bizen ware is favored by tea masters for its unique clay texture, and since the Muromachi period (1338-), much pottery for the tea ceremony has been made.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe characteristic of Bizen ware is that the clay is not glazed, but is fired as is, and the beauty of the patterns that make use of the taste of the clay. Bizen ware is mainly fired in wood-fired kilns. The main fuel is pine wood, and the pottery is fired over a period of about two weeks.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThere are two types of clay: rice field clay, which is mainly taken from rice paddies, and mountain clay, which is taken from mountains. The beautiful patterns unique to Bizen ware are created with clay rich in iron, and the clay's blend gives each artist an individual earthenware taste.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eWhen Bizen ware gets wet, its color becomes brighter, and the color changes with prolonged use. This change is a major attraction, and you can enjoy watching the piece develop as you use it.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"東山堂　煎茶器店","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46648980308249,"sku":"","price":36300.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/8745\/6025\/files\/bizen-kiln-change-teapot-md-1.jpg?v=1788061242"},{"product_id":"bizen-scarlet-teapot-mb","title":"Bizenware Mori Ichiro studio Hidasuki teapot A (180ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eThis is a Hidasuki teapot from Mori Ichiro's studio. It is a teapot made from Bizen clay in the shape of a horizontal pot, which is one of the standard shapes of Chinese teapots. It has just the right volume for brewing Chinese or Taiwanese tea.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eMr. Mori majored in sculpture, and has excellent sculpting skills, such as beautiful and powerful shapes. While based on tradition, he is exploring new styles of Bizen ware.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e(Brief biography of Mr. Mori Ichiro)\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eBorn in 1981 into the Mori family, a Bizen ware kiln manufacturer.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eGraduated from the Tokyo University of the Arts Graduate School of Fine Arts, Department of Sculpture in 2008\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e2009 Drift Wood Sculpture Festival (Taipei\/Taiwan)\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e2011 Sculpture 575\/ (Taipei\/Taiwan)\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e2015 THE POWER OF BIZEN (Daiwa Anglo-Japanese Foundation, Kigbeare studio \u0026amp; gallery\/UK)\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eBizen ware is pottery that is expressed with earth and fire. It is said that preapring the clay accounts for more than half of the work in Bizen ware, so preparing the clay is an important task.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eBizen has soils of various colors and properties, and artists search for clay that suits their work. Bizen clay has coarse particles, making it difficult to make complex shapes like teapots. For this reason, Bizen ware tea utensils are mostly matcha bowls and Houhin, but very few teapots.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eBizen soil contains iron. According to a study on Bizen ware kiln changes (the 3rd Okayama Studies Symposium, by Yamaguchi Kazuhiro, Okayama University of Science), the iron content of Bizen clay is about 2-3%.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eThis iron binds with tannins, the bitter component of tea. Therefore, tea brewed in a teapot made from Bizen clay is less bitter and has a smoother taste.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eWe once held a tasting event in Hong Kong using Bizen ware teapots. The tasting was lively, with many participants saying that when they brewed Pu-erh ripe tea, the tea tasted especially smooth. Since taste perception differs from person to person, it is difficult to make a general statement, but we feel that it certainly results in a smoother taste.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eWe feel that Bizen teapots give tea a smoother taste than Tokoname red clay teapots. The iron content of Tokoname red clay is about 5-6%, while that of Bizen clay is about 2-3%, so if we look at the iron content alone, Tokoname red clay should bind more easily with tannins.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eThe reason why tea brewed in a Bizen ware teapot tastes smoother is because the particles of Bizen clay are large, and even after firing there are gaps in the clay, so it absorbs more bitterness. In other words, we think that it is the size of the clay particles and the amount of iron that affect the taste of the tea. The effect of Bizen clay seems to be greater because the particles are larger.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eBizen ware does not have patterns painted on the vessels, but the patterns are created by the flow of the flame that changes inside the kiln and the technique. The way the flame hits the vessel changes depending on where it is placed, such as near the entrance to the kiln, on a high place, or near a corner. It is made by nature, which is the flame, and no two vessels are the same.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHidasuki is a traditional Bizen ware technique characterized by a reddish-brown pattern. By wrapping rice straw around the vessel and firing it, a vivid reddish-brown pattern is created. The alkaline components of the rice straw react with the iron in the soil during firing, creating the scarlet pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003eCeramics are characterized by a warm earthen texture that makes them feel like they are a product of nature. The Hidasuki pattern seems to represent the power of flame. With Bizen ware, you can feel the natural elements of earth and flame. This teapot is a fusion of Chinese tea culture and Bizen soil, expressing a traditional Chinese teapot called a horizontal pot using Bizen soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003ePotter: ICHIRO MORI studio\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eFiring: Wood-fired kiln\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eSize: Total length 12 cm (including handle and spout), body diameter 8 cm, height 8 cm\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eCapacity: Full180 ml Practical140ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eWeight: Approximately 148 g\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003ePacking: Paper box\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eNotes: There is a hole at the top of the knob on the lid. Since it is handmade, each piece is different.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eBecause the soil particles are coarse, it is difficult to stop the hot water even if you press the hole at the top of the lid. When pouring water, do not tilt the teapot vertically, but pour slowly to ensure smooth pouring.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e*Bizen ware\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eBizen ware is pottery made in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. Bizen ware production began around the end of the Heian period, about 800 years ago. Bizen ware is fired at high temperatures of 1200-1300°C, and because it is sturdy, many pots and jars were initially made. Bizen ware is favored by tea masters for its unique clay texture, and since the Muromachi period (1338-), much pottery for the tea ceremony has been made.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eThe characteristic of Bizen ware is that the clay is not glazed, but is fired as is, and the beauty of the patterns that make use of the taste of the clay. Bizen ware is mainly fired in wood-fired kilns. The main fuel is pine wood, and the pottery is fired over a period of about two weeks.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eThere are two types of clay: rice field clay, which is mainly taken from rice paddies, and mountain clay, which is taken from mountains. The beautiful patterns unique to Bizen ware are created with clay rich in iron, and the clay's blend gives each artist an individual earthenware taste.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 游明朝; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: JA; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003eWhen Bizen ware gets wet, its color becomes brighter, and the color changes with prolonged use. This change is a major attraction, and you can enjoy watching the piece develop as you use it\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"煎茶 中国茶 台湾茶向け 日本製急須\/茶壺専門店　東山堂","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47871025611033,"sku":"","price":33000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/8745\/6025\/files\/bizen-hidasuki-teapot-ma-1.jpg?v=1760790404"},{"product_id":"bizen-scarlet-teapot-mc","title":"Bizenware Mori Ichiro studio Hidasuki teapot B (180ml)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis is a Hidasuki teapot from Mori Ichiro's studio. It is made from Bizen clay in the shape of a horizontal pot, which is one of the standard shapes of Chinese teapots. It has just the right volume for brewing Chinese or Taiwanese tea.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMr. Mori majored in sculpture, and has excellent sculpting skills, such as beautiful and powerful shapes. While based on tradition, he is exploring new styles of Bizen ware.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e(Brief biography of Mori Ichiro)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBorn in 1981 into the Mori family, a Bizen ware kiln manufacturer.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eGraduated from Tokyo University of the Arts Graduate School of Fine Arts, Department of Sculpture in 2008\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2009 Drift Wood Sculpture Festival (Taipei\/Taiwan)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2011 Sculpture 575\/ (Taipei\/Taiwan)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2015 THE POWER OF BIZEN (Daiwa Anglo-Japanese Foundation, Kigbeare studio \u0026amp; gallery\/UK)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is pottery that is expressed with clay and fire. It is said that making the clay accounts for more than half of the work in Bizen ware, so making the clay is an important task.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen has clays of various colors and properties, and artists search for clay that suits their work. Bizen clay has coarse particles, making it difficult to make complex shapes like teapots. For this reason, Bizen tea wares are mostly matcha bowls, lidded bowls, and Houhin, but very few teapots.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen clay contains iron. According to a study on Bizen ware kiln changes (the 3rd Okayama Studies Symposium, by Yamaguchi Kazuhiro, Okayama University of Science), the iron content of Bizen clay is about 2-3%.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis iron binds with tannins, the bitter component of tea. Therefore, tea brewed in a teapot made from Bizen clay is less bitter and has a smoother taste.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe once held a tasting event in Hong Kong using Bizen ware teapots. The tasting was lively, with many participants saying that when they brewed Pu-erh ripe tea, the tea tasted especially smooth. Since taste perception differs from person to person, it is difficult to make a general statement, but we do feel that it does result in a smoother taste.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe feel that Bizen teapots make the tea taste smoother than Tokoname red clay teapots. The iron content of Tokoname red clay is about 5-6%, while that of Bizen clay is about 2-3%, so if we look at the iron content alone, Tokoname red clay should bind more easily with tannins.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe reason why tea brewed in a Bizen ware teapot tastes smoother is because the particles of Bizen clay are large, and even after firing there are gaps in the clay, so it absorbs more bitterness. In other words, we think that it is the size of the clay particles and the amount of iron that affect the taste of the tea. The effect of Bizen clay seems to be better because the particles are larger.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware does not have patterns painted on the vessels, but the patterns are created by the flow of the flame that changes inside the kiln and the technique. The way the flame hits the vessel changes depending on where it is placed, such as near the entrance to the kiln, on a high place, or near a corner. It is made by nature, which is the flame, and no two vessels are the same.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHidasuki is a traditional Bizen ware technique characterized by a reddish-brown pattern. By wrapping rice straw around the vessel and firing it, a vibrant red-brown pattern is created. The alkaline components in the rice straw react with the iron in the soil during firing, creating the scarlet pattern.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis teapot was covered and fired. The flames did not directly hit the teapot during firing, so it was fired to a soft brown color. It has a smoother texture than other Hidasuki.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePottery is characterized by a warm earthen texture that makes it feel like a product of nature. The Hidasuki pattern seems to express the power of flame. With Bizen ware, you can feel the natural elements of earth and flame. This teapot is a fusion of Chinese tea culture and Bizen clay, expressing a traditional Chinese teapot called a horizontal pot using Bizen clay.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePotter: ICHIRO MORI studio\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFiring: Wood-fired kiln\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSize: Total length 12cm (including handle and spout), body diameter 8.5cm, height 8cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCapacity: Full180ml Practical140ml\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWeight: Approximately 143g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePackaging: Paper box\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNotes: There is a hole at the top of the lid knob. Since it is handmade, each piece is different.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBecause the clay particles are coarse, it is difficult to stop the hot water even if you press the hole at the top of the lid. When pouring water, do not tilt the teapot vertically, but pour slowly to pour smoothly.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e*Bizen ware\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is pottery made in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. Production of Bizen ware began around the end of the Heian period about 800 years ago. Bizen ware is fired at high temperatures of 1200 to 1300℃, and because it is sturdy, many pots and jars were made at first. Bizen ware is favored by tea masters for its unique clay texture, and since the Muromachi period (from 1338 AD), much pottery for the tea ceremony has been made.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is characterized by the fact that the clay is not glazed, but fired as is, and the beauty of the patterns that make the most of the clay's flavor. Bizen ware is mainly fired in wood-fired kilns. The main fuel is pine wood, and the pottery is fired over a period of about two weeks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThere are two types of clay: rice field clay, which is mainly taken from rice paddies, and mountain clay, which is taken from the mountains. The beautiful patterns unique to Bizen ware are created with clay rich in iron, and the clay flavor of each artist is created by the mixture of clay.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhen Bizen ware gets wet, the color becomes brighter, and the color changes with long-term use. This change is a major attraction, so you can enjoy watching the pottery grow as you use it.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"煎茶 中国茶 台湾茶向け 日本製急須\/茶壺専門店　東山堂","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48252065415449,"sku":"","price":29700.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/8745\/6025\/files\/bizen-hidasuki-teapot-mb-1.jpg?v=1788061971"},{"product_id":"scarlet-teapot-hb","title":"Bizenware Hidasuki teapot B (130ml)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis is a Hidasuki teapot by Hosokawa Takahiro. This teapot is made from Bizen clay and has a Chinese-style backhand shape. It has just the right capacity for brewing Chinese or Taiwanese tea.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMr. Hosokawa specializes in pieces that make use of the natural texture of the clay to express the Bizen earth. His style is powerful and dynamic, not limited by traditional Bizen ware expression.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe details of the lid and spout are very carefully designed. He has dozens of clay blends and continues to explore Bizen clay. He is a notable artist whose popularity is increasing in mainland China, with his works selling out every time he holds a solo exhibition in Beijing.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e(Biography of Mr. Hosokawa Takahiro)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBorn in Okayama Prefecture in 1979.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eGraduated from the Bizen Ceramic Art Center in 1999. Studied pottery making under his grandfather Takemura Eiraku.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2015 Tokyo American Club Frederick Harris Gallery\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2016 Solo exhibition at Beijing Suzuki Shoten (2017, 2019)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2019 Selected for the Tabe Museum of Art Tea Ceremony Art Exhibition\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is pottery that expresses itself with earth and fire. It is said that preparing clay accounts for more than half of the work involved in Bizen ware, so preparing clay is very important task.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen has soils of various colors and properties, and artists search for clay that suits their work. Bizen soil has coarse particles, making it difficult to make complex shapes like teapots. For this reason, Bizen ware tea utensils are mostly matcha bowls, lidded bowls, and Houhin, and there are very few teapots.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen soil contains iron. According to a survey on Bizen ware kiln changes (the 3rd Okayama Studies Symposium, by Kazuhiro Yamaguchi, Okayama University of Science), the iron content of Bizen soil is about 2-3%.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe iron combines with tannins, which are the bitter taste components of tea. Therefore, tea brewed in a teapot made from Bizen clay has a smoother taste with less bitterness.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe once held a tasting event in Hong Kong using Bizen ware teapots. The tasting was lively, with many people saying that when brewing Pu-erh ripe tea, the tea tasted especially smooth. Since taste perception varies from person to person, it is difficult to make a general statement, but it certainly does taste smoother.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe feel that Bizen teapots make tea taste smoother than Tokoname red clay teapots. Tokoname red clay has an iron content of about 5-6%, while Bizen clay has an iron content of about 2-3%, so if we look only at the iron content, Tokoname red clay should be more likely to combine with tannins.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe reason tea brewed in a Bizen ware teapot tastes smoother is probably because Bizen clay has large particles and there are voids in the clay even after firing, which allows it to absorb more bitterness. In other words, We think that it is the size of the clay particles and the amount of iron that affect the taste of tea. The clay from Bizen has larger particles, so the effect seems to be greater.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware does not have patterns painted on the vessels, but the patterns are created by the flow of the flames that change inside the kiln and the technique. The way the flame hits the vessel changes depending on where it is placed, such as near the entrance to the kiln, on a high place, or near a corner. The vessels are made by relying on the natural flames, and no two vessels are the same.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHidasuki is a traditional Bizen ware technique characterized by reddish-brown patterns. By wrapping rice straw around the vessel and firing it, a lively reddish-brown pattern is created. The alkaline components of the rice straw react with the iron in the clay during firing to create the pattern.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCeramics are characterized by the warm texture of the clay, which makes them feel like they are a product of nature. The Hidasuki pattern seems to express the power of flames. With Bizen ware, you can feel the nature of the clay and the flames. This teapot is a fusion of Chinese tea culture and Bizen clay, expressing a traditional Chinese teapot with Bizen clay.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePotter: Takahiro Hosokawa (Bizen ware)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hosokawa___takahiro\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hosokawa___takahiro\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFiring: Wood-fired kiln\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSize: Total length 11cm (including handle and spout), body diameter 7cm, height 8cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCapacity: 130ml\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWeight: Approximately 150g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePackaging: Paper box\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNotes: Since this is handmade, each piece is slightly different.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBecause the clay particles are coarse, the hot water is difficult to stop even if you press the hole on the top of the lid. When pouring water, do not tilt the teapot vertically, but pour slowly to ensure smooth pouring. You can see how to pour water in the youtube video below.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/shorts\/5qPun6vLuQA\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/shorts\/5qPun6vLuQA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e*Bizen ware\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is pottery made in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. Bizen ware began production at the end of the Heian period, about 800 years ago. Bizen ware is fired at high temperatures of 1200-1300℃, and because it is sturdy, many pots and jars were initially made. Tea masters favored Bizen ware for its unique clay texture, and since the Muromachi period (1338-), many pottery pieces for the tea ceremony have been produced.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is characterized by the fact that the clay is fired as is without glaze, and the beauty of the patterns that make use of the taste of the clay. Bizen ware is mainly fired in wood-fired kilns. The main fuel is pine wood, and the pottery is fired for about two weeks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThere are two types of clay: rice field clay, which is mainly taken from rice paddies, and mountain clay, which is taken from the mountains. The beautiful patterns unique to Bizen ware are created with clay rich in iron, and the clay taste of each artist is created by the mixture of clay.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhen Bizen ware gets wet, the color becomes lighter, and the color changes with prolonged use. The changes that occur are a great sight to see, so it's fun to watch them grow while using the pottery.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"煎茶 中国茶 台湾茶向け 日本製急須\/茶壺専門店　東山堂","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48253371482393,"sku":"","price":22000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/8745\/6025\/files\/bizen-scarlet-teapot-hb.jpg?v=1729068019"},{"product_id":"sesame-teapot-ma","title":"Bizenware Mori Ichiro studio Goma (Sesame) teapot A (170ml)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis is a sesame teapot from Mori Ichiro's studio. It is made from Bizen clay in the shape of a horizontal pot, which is one of the standard shapes of Chinese teapots. It has just the right volume for brewing Chinese or Taiwanese tea.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMr. Mori majored in sculpture, and has excellent sculpting skills, such as beautiful and powerful shapes. He explores new styles of Bizen ware while still being based on tradition.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e(Brief biography of Mr. Mori Ichiro)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBorn in 1981 into the Mori family, a Bizen ware kiln manufacturer.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eGraduated from the Tokyo University of the Arts Graduate School of Fine Arts, Department of Sculpture in 2008\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2009 Drift Wood Sculpture Festival (Taipei\/Taiwan)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2011 Sculpture 575\/ (Taipei\/Taiwan)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2015 THE POWER OF BIZEN (Daiwa Anglo-Japanese Foundation, Kigbeare studio \u0026amp; gallery\/UK)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is pottery that is expressed with earth and fire. It is said that preparing the clay accounts for more than half of the work in Bizen ware, so preparing the clay is very important task.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen has soils of various colors and properties, and artists search for soil that suits their work. Bizen soil has coarse particles, making it difficult to make complex shapes like teapots. For this reason, Bizen ware tea utensils are mostly matcha bowls and Houhin, but very few teapots.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen soil contains iron. According to a study on Bizen ware kiln changes (the 3rd Okayama Studies Symposium, by Yamaguchi Kazuhiro, Okayama University of Science), the iron content of Bizen clay is about 2-3%.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis iron binds with tannins, the bitter component of tea. Therefore, tea brewed in a teapot made from Bizen clay is less bitter and has a smoother taste.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe once held a tasting event in Hong Kong using Bizen ware teapots. The tasting was lively, with many participants saying that when brewing Pu-erh ripe tea, the tea tasted especially smooth. Since taste perception differs from person to person, it is difficult to make a general statement, but we do feel that it does result in a smoother taste.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe feel that Bizen teapots make the tea taste smoother than Tokoname red clay teapots. The iron content of Tokoname red clay is about 5-6%, while that of Bizen clay is about 2-3%, so if we look at the iron content alone, Tokoname red clay should bind more easily with tannins.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe reason why tea brewed in a Bizen ware teapot tastes smoother is because the particles of Bizen clay are large, and even after firing there are gaps in the clay, so it absorbs more bitterness. In other words, we think that it is the size of the clay particles and the amount of iron that affect the taste of the tea. The effect of Bizen clay seems to be greater because the particles are larger.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware does not have patterns painted on the vessels, but the patterns are created by the flow of the flame that changes inside the kiln and the technique. The way the flame hits the vessel changes depending on where it is placed, such as near the entrance to the kiln, on a high place, or near a corner. It is made by nature, which is the flame, and no two vessels are the same.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\"Goma\" means sesame in Japanese and is a traditional Bizen ware technique characterized by brown and green patterns. The ash that floats in the wood-fired kiln falls on the teapot, and the green areas where the ash has fallen look like white sesame seeds, which is why it is called Goma in Japanese.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe pottery is characterized by a warm earthy texture that makes it feel like a product of nature. The reddish-brown parts of Bizen clay are bright in color, and have the strength of the earth.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOn the other hand, the brown and green parts covered with ash have an atmosphere like trees and moss. This teapot has a wonderful contrast of yin and yang, embodying the Japanese wabi-sabi while also feeling the brightness of Bizen clay. This teapot is a fusion of Chinese tea culture and the nature of Bizen, expressing the traditional Chinese teapot called a horizontal pot with Bizen clay.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePotter: ICHIRO MORI studio work\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFiring: Wood-fired kiln\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSize: Total length 12 cm (including handle and spout), body diameter 8 cm, height 8 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCapacity: Full170ml Practical130ml\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWeight: Approximately 150 g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePacking: Paper box\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNotes: There is a hole at the top of the knob on the lid. Since it is handmade, each piece is different.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBecause the soil particles are coarse, it is difficult to stop the hot water even if you press the hole at the top of the lid. When pouring water, do not tilt the teapot vertically, but pour slowly to ensure smooth pouring.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e*Bizen ware\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is pottery made in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. Bizen ware production began around the end of the Heian period, about 800 years ago. Bizen ware is fired at high temperatures of 1200-1300°C, and because it is sturdy, many pots and jars were initially made. Bizen ware is favored by tea masters for its unique clay texture, and since the Muromachi period (1338-), much pottery for the tea ceremony has been made.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe characteristic of Bizen ware is that the clay is not glazed, but is fired as is, and the beauty of the patterns that make use of the taste of the clay. Bizen ware is mainly fired in wood-fired kilns. The main fuel is pine wood, and the pottery is fired over a period of about two weeks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThere are two types of clay: rice field clay, which is mainly taken from rice paddies, and mountain clay, which is taken from mountains. The beautiful patterns unique to Bizen ware are created with clay rich in iron, and the clay's blend gives each artist an individual earthenware taste.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhen Bizen ware gets wet, its color becomes brighter, and the color changes with prolonged use. This change is a major attraction, and you can enjoy watching the piece develop as you use it.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"煎茶 中国茶 台湾茶向け 日本製急須\/茶壺専門店　東山堂","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48262434849049,"sku":"","price":29700.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/8745\/6025\/files\/bizen-sesame-teapot-mb-1.jpg?v=1735613234"},{"product_id":"bizen-charcoal-teapot-gift","title":"Bizenware Sangiri teapot gift package","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis is a Sangiri teapot from Mori Ichiro's studio. This teapot is made from Bizen clay in the shape of a horizontal jar, which is one of the standard shapes of Chinese teapots. It has just the right capacity for brewing Chinese or Taiwanese tea. It is packaged as a gift combining Echizen lacquerware and furoshiki.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMr. Mori majored in sculpture, and has excellent sculpting skills, such as beautiful and powerful shapes. While based on tradition, he is exploring new styles of Bizen ware.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e(Brief biography of Mori Ichiro)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBorn in 1981 into the Mori family, a Bizen ware kiln manufacturer.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eGraduated from the Tokyo University of the Arts Graduate School of Fine Arts, Department of Sculpture in 2008\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2009 Drift Wood Sculpture Festival (Taipei\/Taiwan)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2011 Sculpture 575\/ (Taipei\/Taiwan)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2015 THE POWER OF BIZEN (Daiwa Anglo-Japanese Foundation, Kigbeare studio \u0026amp; gallery\/UK)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is pottery that is expressed with earth and fire. It is said that preparing clay accounts for more than half of the work in Bizen ware, so preparing clay is an important task.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen has soils of various colors and properties, and artists search for soil that suits their work. Bizen soil has coarse particles, making it difficult to make complex shapes like teapots. For this reason, Bizen ware tea utensils are mostly matcha bowls and houhin, but very few teapots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen soil contains iron. According to a study on Bizen ware kiln changes (the 3rd Okayama Studies Symposium, by Yamaguchi Kazuhiro, Okayama University of Science), the iron content of Bizen clay is about 2-3%.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis iron binds with tannins, the bitter component of tea. Therefore, tea brewed in a teapot made from Bizen clay is less bitter and has a smoother taste.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWE once held a tasting event in Hong Kong using Bizen ware teapots. The tasting was lively, with many participants saying that when brewing Pu-erh ripe tea, the tea tasted especially smooth. Since taste perception differs from person to person, it is difficult to make a general statement, but we do feel that it does result in a smoother taste.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe feel that Bizen teapots make the tea taste smoother than Tokoname red clay teapots. The iron content of Tokoname vermilion clay is about 5-6%, while that of Bizen clay is about 2-3%, so if we look at the iron content alone, Tokoname vermilion clay seems to bind more easily with tannins.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen clay has large particles and has voids in the clay, so it is thought to absorb more astringency. The same mechanism applies to Chinese vermilion and purple clay teapots. The effect seems to be greater for Bizen clay, as the particles are larger.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware does not have patterns painted on the vessels, but the patterns are created by the flow of the flames that change inside the kiln and the technique. The way the flame hits the vessel changes depending on where it is placed, such as near the entrance to the kiln, in a high place, or near a corner. Each vessel is made by relying on the natural flames, and no two vessels are the same.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\"Sangiri\" is a traditional Bizen ware technique characterized by a pale gray or brown color. At the end of the firing process, charcoal is put into the kiln through a side hole and the vessel is covered with charcoal. Because charcoal and ash partially cover the surface of the vessel, different patterns are created in the areas where the flame hits and the areas where it does not.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIn the past, there was a partition called a \"san\" inside the kiln for Bizen ware, and gray or brown vessels were fired near this partition, which is why it is called this.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen pottery is characterized by the texture and feel of natural clay. While the energy of the flame can be felt from the same Bizen ware's Hidasuki, the silence of the earth and forest can be felt from the Sangiri. This teapot is a fusion of Chinese tea culture and the nature of Bizen, expressing the traditional Chinese teapot called a horizontal pot with Bizen clay.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTo store the teapot, we custom-ordered a lacquered box from Ootoshi Lacquerware, a long-established Echizen lacquerware studio that has been in business for four generations. It is lacquered using real lacquer and the traditional process of Echizen lacquerware. It takes three months to complete because it is made by hand one by one.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe surface of the lacquered box has a soft thickness and a modest luster that is unique to lacquer. Lacquer boxes are not only used to store teapots, but are also beautiful works of art and can be used to decorate a room. Wrapping them in a traditional furoshiki cloth gives them a more Japanese and cultural look.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePotter: ICHIRO MORI Studio\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFiring: Wood-fired kiln\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSize: Total length 11.5cm (including handle and spout), body diameter 8cm, height 8cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCapacity: 180ml\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWeight: Approximately 140g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNotes: There is a hole at the top of the lid knob. Since it is handmade, each piece is different.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBecause the soil particles are coarse, it is difficult to stop the hot water even if you press the hole at the top of the lid. When pouring water, do not tilt the teapot vertically, but pour slowly to ensure smooth pouring.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u0026lt;Lacquerware box\u0026gt;\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMaker: Ootoshi Lacquerware (Echizen Lacquerware)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSize: Length 10.8cm, Width 10.8cm, Height 11.5cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWeight: 230-260g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMaterials: Lid - Shina plywood \/ Body - Hiba wood \/ Paint - Natural lacquer\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNotes: Handmade in Fukui Prefecture. All sides are painted with black lacquer.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u0026lt;Furoshiki\u0026gt;\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMaker: Miyai Co., Ltd.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMaterials: 100% cotton\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWeight: Approximately 50g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNotes: Manufactured in Kyoto Prefecture. You can choose the color of the furoshiki, green or brown.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e*Bizen ware\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is pottery made in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. Production of Bizen ware began around the end of the Heian period, about 800 years ago. Bizen ware is fired at high temperatures of 1200-1300℃, and because it is sturdy, many pots and jars were initially made. Bizen ware is loved by tea masters for its unique clay texture, and since the Muromachi period (1338-), much pottery for the tea ceremony has been made.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is characterized by the fact that the clay is not glazed, but is fired as is, and the beauty of the patterns that make use of the taste of the clay. Bizen ware is mainly fired in wood-fired kilns. The fuel is mainly pine trees, and the pottery is fired for about two weeks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThere are two types of clay: rice field clay, which is mainly taken from rice paddies, and mountain clay, which is taken from the mountains. The beautiful patterns unique to Bizen ware are created with clay rich in iron, and the clay taste of each artist is created by the mixture of clay.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhen Bizen ware gets wet, the color becomes brighter, and the color changes with long use. This change is a major attraction, so you can enjoy using the vessel and watching it grow.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e* Echizen lacquerware\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe origin of Echizen lacquerware dates back to about 1,500 years ago. Before Emperor Keitai, the 26th Emperor of Japan, ascended to the throne, he ordered a lacquer craftsman from Echizen to repair his crown. The lacquer craftsman repaired the crown with lacquer and presented a lacquered bowl to the Emperor. The production of lacquerware was encouraged, and lacquerware production began in Katayama village, Sabae City, Fukui Prefecture.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eEchizen has many lacquer trees, and it is said that at its peak it produced half of the lacquer in the country. When Nikko Toshogu Shrine in Tochigi Prefecture was being built, the Tokugawa Shogunate ordered lacquer craftsmen in Echizen to collect lacquer.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAfter the Muromachi period, lacquered bowls became widely used in Buddhist ceremonies. At the end of the Edo period, maki-e craftsmen were invited from Kyoto to introduce the technique of maki-e. The technique of chinkin was adopted from Wajima in Noto, and Echizen lacquerware became not only durable but also decorative.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFrom the middle of the Meiji period, trays and stacked boxes called \"kakumono\" (square objects) began to be made. The square bowls used for Zaru Soba and sushi geta (wooden clogs) are also square objects. Incidentally, bowls are called \"marumono\" (round objects). Square objects require more lacquering processes than round objects, and the lacquer tends to accumulate on the corners, making it difficult to achieve a smooth and beautiful lacquer surface. Ootoshi Lacquerware is a workshop that has been in business for four generations and specializes in square objects.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"煎茶 中国茶 台湾茶向け 日本の急須\/茶壺専門店　東山堂","offers":[{"title":"green","offer_id":49477854953753,"sku":"","price":40500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false},{"title":"Brown","offer_id":49477854986521,"sku":"","price":40500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/8745\/6025\/files\/sangiri-teapot-black-lacquer-1.jpg?v=1724226408"},{"product_id":"bizen-scarlet-teapot-ha-gift","title":"Bizenware Hidasuki Teapot Gift Package","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis is a Hidasuki teapot by Hosokawa Takahiro. This teapot is made of Bizen clay and has a Chinese-style backhand shape. It has just the right capacity for brewing Chinese or Taiwanese tea. It is packaged as a gift, combining Echizen lacquerware and furoshiki.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMr. Hosokawa specializes in works that make use of the natural texture of the clay to express the earth of Bizen. His style is powerful and dynamic, not bound by the traditional expression of Bizen ware.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe details of the design, such as the lid and spout, are very carefully crafted. He has dozens of clay blend patterns and continues to explore Bizen clay. He is a notable artist whose popularity is increasing in mainland China, with his works selling out every time he holds a solo exhibition in Beijing.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e(Biography of Hosokawa Takahiro)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBorn in Okayama Prefecture in 1979.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eGraduated from the Bizen Ceramic Art Center in 1999. Learned pottery making under his grandfather Takemura Eiraku.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2015 Tokyo American Club Frederick Harris Gallery\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2016 Solo exhibition at Beijing Suzuki Shoten (2017, 2019)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2019 Selected for the Tabe Museum of Art Tea Ceremony Art Exhibition\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is pottery that expresses itself with earth and fire. It is said that preparing clay accounts for more than half of the work involved in Bizen ware, so preparing clay is an important task.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen has soils of various colors and properties, and artists search for soil that suits their work. Bizen soil has coarse particles, making it difficult to make complex shapes like teapots. For this reason, Bizen ware tea utensils are mostly matcha bowls, lidded bowls, and houhin, and there are very few teapots.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen earth contains iron. According to a survey on Bizen ware kiln changes (the 3rd Okayama Studies Symposium, by Kazuhiro Yamaguchi, Okayama University of Science), the iron content of Bizen clay is about 2-3%.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe iron combines with tannins, which are the bitter taste components of tea. Therefore, tea brewed in a teapot made from Bizen clay has a smoother taste with less bitterness.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe once held a tasting event in Hong Kong using Bizen ware teapots. The tasting was lively, with many people saying that when brewing Pu-erh ripe tea, the tea tasted especially smooth. Since taste perception varies from person to person, it is difficult to make a general statement, but it certainly does taste smoother.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe feel that Bizen teapots make tea taste smoother than Tokoname red clay teapots. Tokoname red clay has an iron content of about 5-6%, while Bizen clay has an iron content of about 2-3%, so if we look only at the iron content, Tokoname red clay should be more likely to combine with tannins.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe reason tea brewed in a Bizen ware teapot tastes smoother is probably because Bizen clay has large particles and there are voids in the clay even after firing, which allows it to absorb more bitterness. In other words, we think that it is the size of the clay particles and the amount of iron that affect the taste of tea. The clay from Bizen has larger particles, so the effect seems to be greater.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware does not have patterns painted on the vessels, but the patterns are created by the flow of the flames that change inside the kiln and the technique. The way the flame hits the vessel changes depending on where it is placed, such as near the entrance to the kiln, on a high place, or near a corner. The vessels are made by relying on the natural flames, and no two vessels are the same.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHidasuki is a traditional Bizen ware technique characterized by reddish-brown patterns. By wrapping rice straw around the vessel and firing it, a lively reddish-brown pattern is created. The alkaline components of the rice straw react with the iron in the clay during firing to create the pattern.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCeramics are characterized by the warm texture of the clay, which makes them feel like they are a product of nature. The Hidasuki pattern seems to express the power of flames. With Bizen ware, you can feel the nature of the clay and the flames. This teapot is a fusion of Chinese tea culture and Bizen clay, made from a traditional Chinese teapot using Bizen clay.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA lacquered box was specially ordered to Ootoshi Lacquerware, a long-established Echizen lacquerware studio that has been in business for four generations, to store the teapot. It is made using real lacquer and the traditional process of Echizen lacquerware. Each piece is made by hand, so it takes three months to complete.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe surface of the lacquered box has a soft thickness and a subtle luster that is unique to lacquer. The lacquered box is not only useful for storing teapots, but is also a beautiful piece of art and can be used as interior decoration for a room. Wrapping it in a furoshiki cloth with a traditional design gives it an even more Japanese and cultural look.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePotter: Takahiro Hosokawa (Bizen ware)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hosokawa___takahiro\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hosokawa___takahiro\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFiring: Wood-fired kiln\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSize: Total length 11cm (including handle and spout), body diameter 7cm, height 8cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCapacity: 130ml\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWeight: Approximately 150g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNotes: Since this is handmade, each piece is slightly different.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBecause the clay particles are coarse, the hot water does not stop even if you press the hole on the top of the lid. When pouring water, do not tilt the teapot vertically, but pour slowly to ensure smooth pouring. You can see how to pour water in the youtube video below.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/shorts\/5qPun6vLuQA\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/shorts\/5qPun6vLuQA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u0026lt;Lacquer Box\u0026gt;\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMaker: Ootoshi Lacquerware (Echizen Lacquerware)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSize: Length 10.8cm, Width 10.8cm, Height 11.5cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWeight: 230-260g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMaterials: Lid - Shina plywood \/ Body - Hiba wood \/ Paint - Natural lacquer\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNotes: Handmade in Fukui Prefecture. Only the bottom surface is painted black, all other surfaces are painted red.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u0026lt;Furoshiki\u0026gt;\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMaker: Miyai Co., Ltd.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMaterial: 100% cotton\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWeight: Approximately 50g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNotes: Manufactured in Kyoto Prefecture. You can choose the color of the furoshiki, green or brown.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e*Bizen ware\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is pottery made in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. Production of Bizen ware began around the end of the Heian period, about 800 years ago. Bizen ware is fired at high temperatures of 1200-1300°C, and because it is sturdy, many pots and jars were initially made. Tea masters favored Bizen ware for its unique clay texture, and since the Muromachi period (1338-), many pottery pieces for the tea ceremony have been made.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is characterized by the fact that it is fired as is without applying glaze to the clay, and the beauty of the patterns that make use of the taste of the clay. Bizen ware is mainly fired in wood-fired kilns. The main fuel is pine wood, and the pottery is fired over a period of about two weeks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThere are two types of clay: rice field clay, which is mainly taken from rice paddies, and mountain clay, which is taken from the mountains. The beautiful patterns unique to Bizen ware are created with clay rich in iron, and the clay taste of each artist is created by the mixture of clay.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhen Bizen ware gets wet, the color becomes brighter, and the color changes with long use. This change is a major attraction, so you can enjoy watching the pottery grow as you use it.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e*Echizen lacquerware\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe origins of Echizen lacquerware date back about 1,500 years. Before Emperor Keitai, the 26th Emperor of Japan, ascended to the throne, he ordered a lacquer craftsman from Echizen to repair his crown. The lacquer craftsman repaired the crown with lacquer and presented a lacquered bowl to the Emperor. The production of lacquerware was encouraged, and lacquerware production began in Katayama village, Sabae City, Fukui Prefecture.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eEchizen has many lacquer trees, and it is said that at its peak it produced half of the lacquer in the country. When Nikko Toshogu Shrine in Tochigi Prefecture was built, the Tokugawa Shogunate ordered lacquer craftsmen from Echizen to collect lacquer.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAfter the Muromachi period, lacquered bowls became widely used in Buddhist ceremonies. At the end of the Edo period, maki-e craftsmen were invited from Kyoto and the maki-e technique was introduced. The technique of chinkin was adopted from Wajima in Noto, and Echizen lacquerware became decorative in addition to its durability.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFrom the middle of the Meiji period onwards, trays and stacked boxes called \"kakumono\" (square objects) began to be made. The square bowls used for Zaru Soba and sushi geta (wooden clogs) are also square objects. Bowls are called \"marumono\" (round objects). Square shapes require more lacquering processes than round objects, and lacquer easily accumulates on the corners, making it difficult to produce a smooth, beautiful lacquer surface. Ootoshi Lacquerware is a workshop that has been in business for four generations and specialises in square objects.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"煎茶 中国茶 台湾茶向け 日本の急須\/茶壺専門店　東山堂","offers":[{"title":"green","offer_id":49477880185113,"sku":"","price":42000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown","offer_id":49477880217881,"sku":"","price":42000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/8745\/6025\/files\/hoso-hidasuki-teapot-red-lacquer-1.jpg?v=1724226395"},{"product_id":"bizen-gravel-teapot-b","title":"Bizen ware Hosokawa Takahiro RekiTeapot B (130ml) ","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis is a teapot with the \"Reki\" style, a representative style of Hosokawa Takahiro. It is a teapot made of Bizen clay with a Chinese-style backhand shape. It has just the right capacity for brewing Chinese or Taiwanese tea. One side of the teapot is dark brown and the other side is light brown. There is a distinctive stone at the bottom right of the spout.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMr. Hosokawa specializes in works that make use of the natural texture of the soil of Bizen. His style is powerful and dynamic, not bound by traditional Bizen ware expression.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe details of the design, such as the lid and spout, are very carefully crafted. Mr. Hosokawa has dozens of different clay blends and continues to explore Bizen clay. He is a notable artist whose popularity is increasing in mainland China, with his works selling out every time he holds a solo exhibition in Beijing, China.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e(Biography of Hosokawa Takahiro)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBorn in Okayama Prefecture in 1979.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eGraduated from the Bizen Ceramic Art Center in 1999. He learned pottery making under his grandfather Takemura Eiraku.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2015 Tokyo American Club Frederick Harris Gallery\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2016 Solo exhibition at Suzuki Shoten Beijing (2017, 2019)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2019 Selected for the Tanabe Museum of Art Tea Ceremony Sculpture Exhibition\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is pottery that is expressed with earth and fire. It is said that making clay accounts for more than half of the work in Bizen ware, so making clay is an important task.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen has clay of various colors and properties, and artists search for the soil that suits their work. Bizen clay has coarse particles, making it difficult to make complex shapes like teapots. For this reason, Bizen ware tea utensils are mostly matcha bowls, lidded bowls, and bubble bottles, but very few teapots.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen clay contains iron. According to a study on Bizen ware kiln changes (the 3rd Okayama Studies Symposium, by Yamaguchi Kazuhiro, Okayama University of Science), the iron content of Bizen clay is about 2-3%.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis iron binds with tannins, which are the bitter taste of tea. Therefore, tea brewed in a teapot made from Bizen clay is thought to be less bitter and has a smoother taste.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is not painted on the vessels, but patterns are created by the flow of the flames that change inside the kiln and the techniques used. The way the flame hits the vessel changes depending on where it is placed, such as near the entrance to the kiln, on a high place, or near a corner. Each vessel is made by leaving it to the natural force of the flame, and no two vessels are the same.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eReki gives a sense of the strength and generosity of the earth. Although it is a new piece, it has the dignity and shadows of an antique. The texture of Bizen clay is well expressed, so I would like you to feel it for yourself. This teapot has a two-layer structure with coarse clay on the outside and fine clay on the inside.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe warm clay texture makes the pottery feel like a product of nature. Reki represents the earth of Bizen. Bizen ware gives you a sense of nature in the form of clay and flames. This teapot is a fusion of Chinese tea culture and Bizen clay, expressing a traditional Chinese teapot with Bizen clay.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePotter: Hosokawa Takahiro (Bizen ware)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hosokawa___takahiro\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hosokawa___takahiro\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSize: Total length 12cm (including handle and spout), body diameter 7cm, height 9cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCapacity: 130ml\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWeight: Approximately 230g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePackaging: Paper box\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNotes: Since this is handmade, there are slight differences between each piece.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBecause the clay particles are coarse, the tea is difficult to stop even if you press the hole in the top of the lid. When pouring water, do not tilt the teapot vertically, but pour slowly to ensure smooth pouring.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e*Bizen ware\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is pottery made in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. Bizen ware production began around the end of the Heian period, about 800 years ago. Bizen ware is fired at high temperatures of 1200-1300°C, and because it is sturdy, many pots and jars were initially made. Bizen ware is favored by tea masters for its unique clay texture, and since the Muromachi period (1338-), much pottery for the tea ceremony has been made.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe characteristic of Bizen ware is that the clay is not glazed, but is fired as is, and the beauty of the patterns that make use of the taste of the clay. Bizen ware is mainly fired in wood-fired kilns. The main fuel is pine wood, and the pottery is fired over a period of about two weeks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThere are two types of clay: rice field clay, which is mainly taken from rice paddies, and mountain clay, which is taken from mountains. The beautiful patterns unique to Bizen ware are created with clay rich in iron, and the clay's blend gives each artist an individual earthenware flavor.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhen Bizen ware gets wet, its color becomes lighter, and the color changes with prolonged use. This change is a major attraction, and you can enjoy watching the piece develop as you use it.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"煎茶 中国茶 台湾茶向け 日本製急須\/茶壺専門店　東山堂","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49975292952857,"sku":null,"price":27500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/8745\/6025\/files\/bizen-gravel-teapot-b1.jpg?v=1732608491"},{"product_id":"bizen-sesame-teapot-b","title":"Bizen ware Ichiro Mori studio Goma (Sesame) Teapot B 180ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eBizen ware by Ichiro Mori studio. This is a sesame teapot from Bizen. It is made in the shape of a horizontal pot, a standard Chinese teapot, and has just the right capacity for brewing Chinese or Taiwanese tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMori-san majored in sculpture, and has excellent sculptural ability, producing both beautiful and powerful shapes. While based on tradition, he is exploring new styles of Bizen ware.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Profile of Ichiro Mori)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e1981\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eHe was born in 1911 into the Mori family, a family of Bizen ware potters.\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e2008\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eGraduated from Tokyo University of the Arts Graduate School of Fine Arts, Department of Sculpture\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e2009\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eyear\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eDrift Wood Sculpture Festival (\u003c\/span\u003eTaipei\/Taiwan\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e2011\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eYear Engraving 575\/\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003eTaipei\/Taiwan\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e2015\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eyear\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eTHE POWER OF BIZEN (\u003c\/span\u003eDaiwa Anglo-Japanese Foundation,\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eKigbeare studio\u003c\/span\u003e＆\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003egallery\/UK)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBizen ware is pottery that is expressed through earth and fire. It is said that clay preparation accounts for more than half of the work involved in Bizen ware, making the clay an extremely important step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBizen has clay of various colors and properties,potterHe searches for the best clay for his work.\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eThe clay of Bizen is coarse-grained, making it difficult to create complex shapes like teapots. Therefore, Bizen ware tea utensils are limited to matcha bowls and bubble bottles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eThere are many teapots, but very few teapots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eBizen clay contains iron. According to a study on Bizen ware kiln changes (3rd Okayama Studies Symposium, by Yamaguchi Kazuhiro, Okayama University of Science), the iron content of Bizen clay is approximately 2-3%.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis iron binds with tannin, the bitter component of tea. Therefore, tea brewed in a teapot made from Bizen clay has a smoother taste and less bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI once held a tasting event in Hong Kong using Bizen ware teapots. The tasting was a big success, with many participants saying that brewing Pu-erh mature tea made the tea taste particularly smooth. Since taste perception varies from person to person, it's difficult to generalize, but I do feel that it does produce a smooth taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTokonamered clayI feel that Bizen teapots make the tea taste smoother than traditional teapots.red clayThe iron content of Tokoname clay is about 5-6%, while that of Bizen clay is about 2-3%.red clayThis should be more likely to bind to tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reason why tea brewed in a Bizen ware teapot tastes smoother is thought to be because Bizen clay has large particles, and even after firing there are voids in the clay, which allow it to absorb more astringency. In other words, it is the size of the clay particles and the amount of iron that affect the taste of tea. The larger the particles of Bizen clay, the greater the effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBizen ware is not painted on the pottery, but rather the patterns are created by the flow of the flames inside the kiln and the techniques used. The way the flame hits the pot varies depending on where it is placed, such as near the entrance to the kiln, on a high spot, or near a corner. Each piece is made by relying on the natural flames, and no two pieces are ever the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Goma\" is a traditional Bizen ware technique characterized by brown and green patterns. This teapot is a type of \"Goma\" and was fired using a technique called \"kase goma.\" When ash floating in a wood-fired kiln falls on the pottery and remains without completely dissolving, it is called \"kase goma.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pottery is characterized by the warm texture of the earth, which gives it the feeling of being a product of nature. The reddish-brown parts of Bizen clay are bright in color, and exude the strength of the earth.The black line that flows diagonally across the teapot gives it a dynamic impression and evokes the flow of tea being poured from the teapot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the other hand, the brown and green areas covered in ash give off the atmosphere of withered wood and moss. This teapot embodies the Japanese aesthetic of wabi-sabi while also conveying the brightness of Bizen clay, creating a wonderful contrast between yin and yang.\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eThis teapot is a traditional Chinese teapot called a horizontal jar, made from Bizen clay, and is a fusion of Chinese tea culture and the nature of Bizen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePotter: ICHIRO MORI studio work\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ehttps:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiring: wood-fired kiln\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: Total length 12.5cm (including handle and opening), body diameter 8cm, height 8.5cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapacity: 180ml full, 140ml practical\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: Approx. 152g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePackaging: Paper box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: There is a hole at the top of the lid knob. Because these are handmade, each piece is unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause the clay particles are coarse, it is difficult to stop the hot water from flowing even when you press down on the hole in the top of the lid. When pouring water, do not tilt the teapot upright, but pour slowly to ensure a smooth flow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e＊\u003c\/span\u003eBizen ware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBizen ware is pottery made in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. Production of Bizen ware began around the end of the Heian period, about 800 years ago.\u003cspan\u003e1200\u003c\/span\u003e～\u003cspan\u003e1300\u003c\/span\u003eBizen ware is fired at high temperatures of 100°C and is sturdy, so initially many pots and jars were made. The unique texture of the clay was popular with tea masters, and during the Muromachi period\u003cspan\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003eGregorian calendar\u003cspan\u003e1338\u003c\/span\u003eYear~\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003eSince then, a lot of pottery has been produced for the tea ceremony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe distinctive feature of Bizen ware is that the clay is not glazed, but fired as is, and the beautiful patterns that make the most of the natural character of the clay. Bizen ware is mainly fired in a wood-fired kiln, mainly fueled by pine wood, and the pottery is fired for about two weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are two types of clay: rice field clay, which is mainly collected from rice paddies, and mountain clay, which is collected from mountains. The beautiful patterns that are unique to Bizen ware are created with clay that is rich in iron, and the composition of the claypotterEach piece has its own earthy flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Bizen ware gets wet, its color becomes lighter, and the color changes with prolonged use. This change is a great attraction, so you can enjoy watching the pot develop over time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"煎茶 中国茶 台湾茶向け 日本製急須\/茶壺専門店　東山堂","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51514839204121,"sku":null,"price":33000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/8745\/6025\/files\/bizen-sesame-teapot-mc1.jpg?v=1761485115"},{"product_id":"bizen-sesame-teapot-c","title":"Bizen ware Ichiro Mori studio Goma (Sesame) Teapot C 180ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eBizen ware sesame teapot by Ichiro Mori studio. It is made in the shape of a horizontal pot, a standard Chinese teapot, and has just the right capacity for brewing Chinese or Taiwanese tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMori-san majored in sculpture, and has excellent sculptural ability, producing both beautiful and powerful shapes. While based on tradition, he is exloring new styles of Bizen ware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Profile of Ichiro Mori)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eHe was born in 1981 in the Mori family, a family of Bizen ware potters.\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e2008\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eGraduated from Tokyo University of the Arts Graduate School of Fine Arts, Department of Sculpture\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e2009\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eyear \u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eDrift Wood Sculpture Festival (\u003c\/span\u003eTaipei\/Taiwan\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e2011\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eYear Engraving 575\/\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003eTaipei\/Taiwan\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e2015\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eyear \u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eTHE POWER OF BIZEN (\u003c\/span\u003eDaiwa Anglo-Japanese Foundation,\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eKigbeare studio\u003c\/span\u003e＆\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003egallery\/UK)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBizen ware is pottery that is expressed through earth and fire. It is said that clay preparation accounts for more than half of the work involved in Bizen ware, making the clay an extremely important step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBizen has clay of various colors and properties,potterHe searches for the best clay for his work.\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eThe clay of Bizen is coarse-grained, making it difficult to create complex shapes like teapots. Therefore, Bizen ware tea utensils are limited to matcha bowls and bubble bottles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eThere are many teapots, but very few teapots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eBizen clay contains iron. According to a study on Bizen ware kiln changes (3rd Okayama Studies Symposium, by Yamaguchi Kazuhiro, Okayama University of Science), the iron content of Bizen clay is approximately 2-3%.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis iron binds with tannin, the bitter component of tea. Therefore, tea brewed in a teapot made from Bizen clay has a smoother taste and less bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI once held a tasting event in Hong Kong using Bizen ware teapots. The tasting was a big success, with many participants saying that brewing Pu-erh mature tea made the tea taste particularly smooth. Since taste perception varies from person to person, it's difficult to generalize, but I do feel that it does produce a smooth taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTokonamered clayI feel that Bizen teapots make the tea taste smoother than traditional teapots.red clayThe iron content of Tokoname clay is about 5-6%, while that of Bizen clay is about 2-3%.red clayThis should be more likely to bind to tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reason why tea brewed in a Bizen ware teapot tastes smoother is thought to be because Bizen clay has large particles, and even after firing there are voids in the clay, which allow it to absorb more astringency. In other words, it is the size of the clay particles and the amount of iron that affect the taste of tea. The larger the particles of Bizen clay, the greater the effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBizen ware is not painted on the pottery, but rather the patterns are created by the flow of the flames inside the kiln and the techniques used. The way the flame hits the pot varies depending on where it is placed, such as near the entrance to the kiln, on a high spot, or near a corner. Each piece is made by relying on the natural flames, and no two pieces are ever the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Goma\" is a traditional Bizen ware technique characterized by brown and green patterns. This teapot is a type of \"goma\" and was fired using a technique called \"kase goma.\" When ash floating in a wood-fired kiln falls on the pottery and remains without completely dissolving, it is called \"kase goma.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pale brown teapot has a tranquil atmosphere and allows you to feel the warmth of Bizen clay. Looking at the surface of the teapot body, you can see many small, sparkling dots created by the reaction between wood ash and Bizen clay. It has a delicate shine, similar to the mineral pigments used in Japanese painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the entire teapot is pale brown, the handle is dark brown. This is because the ash on the handle melted at high temperature and became a natural glaze. Bizen ware teapots have different expressions depending on the angle from which you view them. This teapot is a traditional Chinese teapot called a horizontal pot, rendered using Bizen clay, and is a fusion of Chinese tea culture and the nature of Bizen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePotter: ICHIRO MORI studio\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ehttps:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiring: wood-fired kiln\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: Total length 12.5cm (including handle and opening), body diameter 8cm, height 8cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapacity: 180ml full, 140ml practical\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: Approx. 148g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePackaging: Paper box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: There is a hole at the top of the lid knob. Because these are handmade, each piece is unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause the clay particles are coarse, it is difficult to stop the hot water from flowing even when you press down on the hole in the top of the lid. When pouring water, do not tilt the teapot upright, but pour slowly to ensure a smooth flow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e＊\u003c\/span\u003eBizen ware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBizen ware is pottery made in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. Production of Bizen ware began around the end of the Heian period, about 800 years ago.\u003cspan\u003e1200\u003c\/span\u003e～\u003cspan\u003e1300\u003c\/span\u003eBizen ware is fired at high temperatures of 100°C and is sturdy, so initially many pots and jars were made. The unique texture of the clay was popular with tea masters, and during the Muromachi period\u003cspan\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003eGregorian calendar\u003cspan\u003e1338\u003c\/span\u003eYear~\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003eSince then, a lot of pottery has been produced for the tea ceremony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe distinctive feature of Bizen ware is that the clay is not glazed, but fired as is, and the beautiful patterns that make the most of the natural character of the clay. Bizen ware is mainly fired in a wood-fired kiln, mainly fueled by pine wood, and the pottery is fired for about two weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are two types of clay: rice field clay, which is mainly collected from rice paddies, and mountain clay, which is collected from mountains. The beautiful patterns that are unique to Bizen ware are created with clay that is rich in iron, and the composition of the claypotterEach piece has its own earthy flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Bizen ware gets wet, its color becomes lighter, and the color changes with prolonged use. This change is a great attraction, so you can enjoy watching the pot develop over time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"煎茶 中国茶 台湾茶向け 日本製急須\/茶壺専門店　東山堂","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51514839367961,"sku":null,"price":33000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/8745\/6025\/files\/bizen-sesame-teapot-md-1.jpg?v=1761485065"},{"product_id":"bizen-sesame-kiln-change-teapot","title":"Bizen ware Ichiro Mori studio Sesame Kiln-Changed Teapot 180ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eBizen ware by Ichiro MoriatelierThis is a kiln-change teapot. It is made from Bizen clay and has a horizontal pot shape, which is one of the standard shapes of Chinese teapots. It has just the right capacity for brewing Chinese or Taiwanese tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMr. Mori majored in sculpture and has excellent sculptural ability, creating beautiful and powerful shapes. He is exploring new styles of Bizen ware while remaining grounded in tradition.\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003e。\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Profile of Ichiro Mori)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003e1981\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eHe was born in 1911 into the Mori family, a family of Bizen ware potters.\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003e2008\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eGraduated from Tokyo University of the Arts Graduate School of Fine Arts, Department of Sculpture\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003e2009\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eyear\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eDrift Wood Sculpture Festival (\u003c\/span\u003eTaipei\/Taiwan\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003e2011\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eYear Engraving 575\/\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003eTaipei\/Taiwan\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003e2015\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eyear\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eTHE POWER OF BIZEN (\u003c\/span\u003eDaiwa Anglo-Japanese Foundation,\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eKigbeare studio\u003c\/span\u003e＆\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003egallery\/UK)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBizen ware is pottery that is expressed through earth and fire. It is said that clay preparation accounts for more than half of the work involved in Bizen ware, making the clay an extremely important step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBizen has clay of various colors and properties,potterEach craftsman searches for the clay that best suits his or her work. Bizen clay has coarse grains, making it difficult to create complex shapes like teapots. For this reason, Bizen ware tea utensils are mostly matcha bowls and hobin (hobin) and very few teapots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBizen clay contains iron. According to a study on Bizen ware kiln changes (3rd Okayama Studies Symposium, by Yamaguchi Kazuhiro, Okayama University of Science), the iron content of Bizen clay is approximately 2-3%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis iron binds with tannin, the bitter component of tea. Therefore, tea brewed in a teapot made from Bizen clay has a smoother taste and less bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI once held a tasting event in Hong Kong using Bizen ware teapots. The tasting was a big success, with many participants saying that brewing Pu-erh mature tea made the tea taste particularly smooth. Since taste perception varies from person to person, it's difficult to generalize, but I do feel that it does produce a smooth taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTokoname red clayI feel that Bizen teapots make the tea taste smoother than traditional teapots.red clayThe iron content of Tokoname clay is about 5-6%, while that of Bizen clay is about 2-3%.red clayThis should be more likely to bind to tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reason why tea brewed in a Bizen ware teapot tastes smoother is thought to be because Bizen clay has large particles, and even after firing there are voids in the clay, which allow it to absorb more astringency. In other words, it is the size of the clay particles and the amount of iron that affect the taste of tea. The larger the particles of Bizen clay, the greater the effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBizen ware is not painted on the pottery, but rather the patterns are created by the flow of the flames inside the kiln and the techniques used. The way the flame hits the pot varies depending on where it is placed, such as near the entrance to the kiln, on a high spot, or near a corner. Each piece is made by relying on the natural flames, and no two pieces are ever the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen firing the kiln, the pottery placed closest to the entrance is hit by the strongest flames, which creates kiln-changed pottery. Because the flames hit so strongly, the pottery is prone to warping and cracking, so it is rare for it to be fired successfully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe color changes in various ways, such as reddish brown and dark gray. Where the ash floating around in the wood-fired kiln fell on the piece, the melted ash became a natural glaze, turning the piece reddish brown. Where the piece was exposed to the flames for a long time during firing in the wood-fired kiln, the color turned dark gray.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePottery is characterized by the warm texture of the earth, which gives it the feeling of being a product of nature. Bizen ware allows you to feel the natural elements of earth and fire. This teapot is a fusion of Chinese tea culture and Bizen clay, and is a representation of a traditional Chinese teapot called a horizontal pot, made with Bizen clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreator: ICHIRO MORIatelierthe work\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ehttps:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiring: wood-fired kiln\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: Total length 12cm (including handle and opening), body diameter 8.5cm, height 8cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapacity: 180ml full capacity, 140ml practical capacity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: Approx. 139g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePackaging: Paper box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: There is a hole at the top of the lid knob. Because these are handmade, each piece is unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause the clay particles are coarse, it is difficult to stop the hot water from flowing even when you press down on the hole in the top of the lid. When pouring water, do not tilt the teapot upright, but pour slowly to ensure a smooth flow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e＊\u003c\/span\u003eBizen ware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBizen ware is pottery made in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. Production of Bizen ware began around the end of the Heian period, about 800 years ago.\u003cspan\u003e1200\u003c\/span\u003e～\u003cspan\u003e1300\u003c\/span\u003eBizen ware is fired at high temperatures of 100°C and is sturdy, so initially many pots and jars were made. The unique texture of the clay was popular with tea masters, and during the Muromachi period\u003cspan\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003eGregorian calendar\u003cspan\u003e1338\u003c\/span\u003eYear~\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003eSince then, a lot of pottery has been produced for the tea ceremony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe distinctive feature of Bizen ware is that the clay is not glazed, but fired as is, and the beautiful patterns that make the most of the natural character of the clay. Bizen ware is mainly fired in a wood-fired kiln, mainly fueled by pine wood, and the pottery is fired for about two weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are two types of clay: rice field clay, which is mainly collected from rice paddies, and mountain clay, which is collected from mountains. The beautiful patterns that are unique to Bizen ware are created with clay that is rich in iron, and the composition of the claypotterEach piece has its own earthy flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Bizen ware gets wet, its color becomes lighter, and the color changes with prolonged use. This change is a great attraction, so you can enjoy watching the pot develop over time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"東山堂　煎茶器店","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51539632521497,"sku":null,"price":29700.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/8745\/6025\/files\/bizen-sesame-kiln-change-teapot-ma-1.jpg?v=1761485033"},{"product_id":"bizen-ash-kiln-change-teacup-a","title":"Bizen ware Ichiro Mori studio, Ash Kiln Change Teacup A 50ml","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis is a *Kiln-change* (ash-effect kiln transformation) tea cup from the Ichiro Mori Bizen-ware studio. It is sized appropriately for enjoying Chinese or Taiwanese teas.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is characterized by its unglazed, high-fired finish and the beauty of patterns that highlight the natural character of the clay. These vessels are fired in wood-burning kilns, primarily using pine wood, over a period of approximately two weeks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWith a background in sculpture, Mr. Mori possesses exceptional formative skills, creating works that are both beautiful and powerful in shape. While rooted in tradition, he actively explores new styles of Bizen ware.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e(Brief Biography of Ichiro Mori)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1981: Born into the Mori family, one of the six historic Bizen-ware kiln-owning lineages.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2008: Completed the Sculpture program at the Graduate School of Fine Arts, Tokyo University of the Arts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2009: Driftwood Sculpture Festival (Taipei, Taiwan)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2011: Sculpture 575 (Taipei, Taiwan)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2015: THE POWER OF BIZEN (Great Britain Sasakawa Foundation, Kigbeare Studio \u0026amp; Gallery, UK)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is an art form expressed through clay and fire. Clay preparation is a crucial process—so much so that it is said to account for more than half of the entire production work. Bizen offers a variety of clays with different colors and properties, and artists seek out the specific clay that best suits their work. Potters often dig the clay from the mountains themselves, let it age for several months, and remove stones and leaves to create the clay body used for their pieces.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen clay has coarse particles, resulting in vessels with a distinctive, tactile clay texture. No painted designs are applied to the surface; instead, patterns emerge through traditional techniques such as *kiln-change* (kiln transformation), *Hidasuki* (fire-cord markings), *Sangiri* (partial reduction\/ash-covered effects), and *Goma* (sesame-seed-like ash glaze). These patterns are created by the interplay of these techniques and the shifting flow of flames within the kiln.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe way the flames strike the vessel varies depending on its placement within the kiln—such as near the entrance, in a high position, or near a corner. Created by harnessing the power of fire, no two vessels are ever exactly alike.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThese unique *Kiln-change* (kiln-transformed) pieces are born when intense flames strike the vessels placed closest to the kiln's entrance. Ash swirling inside the wood-fired kiln settles onto the pottery, melting to form a natural glaze. Because the flames are so intense, the pieces are prone to warping or cracking, making successful firing a rare occurrence.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThese works allow you to feel the raw, powerful energy of the wood-firing process. While the *kiln-change* effects rely partly on chance, the artist prepares and innovates to invite these magnificent, serendipitous outcomes.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCharacterized by the warm texture of the clay, these pieces evoke a sense of being true products of nature. Bizen ware allows one to experience the natural elements of earth and fire. This tea cup—designed for Chinese and Taiwanese teas—represents a fusion of that tea culture with Bizen clay.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePotter: Ichiro Mori (Studio Piece)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFiring: Wood-fired kiln\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDimensions: Diameter 6.5 cm, Height 4 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCapacity: 50 ml (full); 30 ml (practical use)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWeight: Approx. 50 g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePackaging: Paulownia wood box\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNotes:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e*Bizen Ware\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is a type of pottery produced in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. Production began around the end of the Heian period, approximately 800 years ago. Fired at high temperatures of 1,200–1,300°C, the ware is exceptionally durable; consequently, early production focused largely on large jars and storage vessels. Its distinctive clay texture eventually won the favor of tea masters, leading to the creation of many pieces specifically for the tea ceremony.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware became deeply intertwined with the tea ceremony during the Muromachi period (16th century), a time when *chanoyu* (tea ceremony) culture flourished. Tea masters, led by Sen no Rikyū, rejected ostentatious ornamentation, finding the aesthetic of *wabi-sabi* in the rustic texture of the clay and the natural patterns born of the kiln's fire. Fired using only clay and flame—without the use of glaze—Bizen ware embodies the very ideal of \"natural beauty\" cherished in the tea ceremony.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIt is this spiritual resonance that led to the creation of so many tea utensils—such as tea bowls, water jars, and flower vases—from Bizen ware. As the color deepens with use, the ware offers the joy of \"nurturing\" it over time; for tea masters, Bizen ware was not merely a tool, but a companion to be cultivated throughout the years.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis tea cup, too, is a unique piece born of that long tradition. It represents a meeting of Chinese and Taiwanese tea cultures with the clay of Bizen, created to enrich your daily tea-drinking moments.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"東山堂　煎茶器店","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53006896824601,"sku":null,"price":13200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/8745\/6025\/files\/bizen-ash-kiln-change-teacup-a1.jpg?v=1788061829"},{"product_id":"bizen-hidasuki-teacup-a","title":"Bizen ware Ichiro Mori studio Hidasuki(Fire Mark) Teacup A 50ml","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis is a *Hidasuki* (fire-cord pattern) tea cup from the Ichiro Mori Bizen-ware studio. It is sized appropriately for enjoying Chinese or Taiwanese teas.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is characterized by its unglazed, high-fired finish and the beauty of patterns that highlight the natural qualities of the clay. These vessels are fired in wood-burning kilns; pine wood is the primary fuel, and the firing process takes approximately two weeks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWith a background in sculpture, Mr. Mori possesses exceptional formative skills, creating works that are both beautiful and powerful in form. While rooted in tradition, he actively explores new styles of Bizen ware.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e(Brief Biography of Ichiro Mori)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1981: Born into the Mori family, one of the six traditional Bizen-ware kiln-owning lineages.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2008: Completed the Sculpture program at the Graduate School of Fine Arts, Tokyo University of the Arts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2009: Driftwood Sculpture Festival (Taipei, Taiwan)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2011: Sculpture 575 (Taipei, Taiwan)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2015: THE POWER OF BIZEN (Great Britain Sasakawa Foundation \/ Kigbeare Studio \u0026amp; Gallery, UK)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is an art form expressed through clay and fire. Clay preparation is a crucial stage of the process—so much so that it is said to account for more than half of the total work involved. Bizen offers a variety of clays with different colors and properties, and artists seek out the specific clay that best suits their work. The potters themselves dig the clay from the mountains, let it age for several months, and remove stones and leaves to create the clay body used for their pieces.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen clay has a coarse texture, resulting in vessels that allow one to feel the raw quality of the material. No painted designs are applied to the vessels; instead, patterns emerge through traditional techniques—such as *yōhen* (kiln change), *hidasuki* (fire-cord patterns), *sangiri* (ash-covered\/reduction effects), and *goma* (sesame-seed-like ash glaze)—combined with the shifting flow of flames inside the kiln. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*Hidasuki* (firte-cord pattern) is a traditional Bizen ware technique in which straw is wrapped around the vessel before firing; the salt and potassium in the straw react with the vessel's surface to create scarlet (reddish-brown) streaked patterns. Each piece is unique, with patterns varying based on the flow of the flames and how the straw was wrapped. The charm of *Hidasuki* lies in this beauty born of chance—a collaboration between natural materials and fire.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e*Hidasuki* pieces allow you to sense the raw, powerful flames of the wood-fired kiln. While there is an element of chance involved, the potter employs careful preparation and ingenuity to invite those magnificent, serendipitous results.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThese pieces feature a warm, earthy texture that evokes the feeling of pottery as a product of nature. With Bizen ware, one can truly sense the elements of earth and fire. This tea cup, designed for Chinese and Taiwanese teas, represents a fusion of Chinese tea culture and Bizen clay.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePotter: Ichiro Mori (Studio Piece)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFiring: Wood-fired kiln\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDimensions: Diameter 6.5 cm, Height 4 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCapacity: 50 ml (full); 30 ml (practical use)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWeight: Approx. 50 g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePackaging: Paulownia wood box\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNotes:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e*About Bizen Ware\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is a type of pottery produced in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. Production began around the end of the Heian period, approximately 800 years ago. Fired at high temperatures of 1,200–1,300°C, the ware is exceptionally durable; consequently, early production focused largely on large jars and storage vessels. Its distinctive earthy texture was highly appreciated by tea masters, leading to the creation of many pieces specifically for the tea ceremony.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware became deeply intertwined with the tea ceremony during the Muromachi period (16th century), a time when *chanoyu* (tea ceremony) culture flourished. Tea masters, led by Sen no Rikyū, rejected ostentatious ornamentation, finding the aesthetic of *wabi-sabi* in the rustic texture of the clay and the natural patterns born of the kiln's fire. Fired using only clay and flame—without the use of glaze—Bizen ware embodies the very ideal of \"natural beauty\" cherished in the tea ceremony.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIt is this spiritual resonance that led to the creation of so many tea utensils—such as tea bowls, water jars, and flower vases—from Bizen ware. As the color deepens with use, the ware offers the joy of \"nurturing\" it over time; for tea masters, Bizen ware was not merely a tool, but a companion to be cultivated throughout the years.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis tea cup, too, is a unique piece born of that long tradition. It represents a meeting of Chinese and Taiwanese tea cultures with the clay of Bizen, created to enrich your daily tea-drinking moments.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"東山堂　煎茶器店","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53111858561305,"sku":null,"price":8800.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/8745\/6025\/files\/bizen-hidasuki-fire-marks-teacup-a1.jpg?v=1788676321"},{"product_id":"bizen-ash-kiln-change-teacup-b","title":"Bizen ware Ichiro Mori studio, Ash Kiln Change Teacup B 50ml","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis is a *Kiln-change* (ash-effect kiln transformation) tea cup from the Ichiro Mori Bizen-ware studio. It is sized appropriately for enjoying Chinese or Taiwanese teas.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is characterized by its unglazed, high-fired finish and the beauty of patterns that highlight the natural character of the clay. These vessels are fired in wood-burning kilns, primarily using pine wood, over a period of approximately two weeks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWith a background in sculpture, Mr. Mori possesses exceptional formative skills, creating works that are both beautiful and powerful in shape. While rooted in tradition, he actively explores new styles of Bizen ware.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e(Brief Biography of Ichiro Mori)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1981: Born into the Mori family, one of the six historic Bizen-ware kiln-owning lineages.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2008: Completed the Sculpture program at the Graduate School of Fine Arts, Tokyo University of the Arts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2009: Driftwood Sculpture Festival (Taipei, Taiwan)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2011: Sculpture 575 (Taipei, Taiwan)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2015: THE POWER OF BIZEN (Great Britain Sasakawa Foundation, Kigbeare Studio \u0026amp; Gallery, UK)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is an art form expressed through clay and fire. Clay preparation is a crucial process—so much so that it is said to account for more than half of the entire production work. Bizen offers a variety of clays with different colors and properties, and artists seek out the specific clay that best suits their work. Potters often dig the clay from the mountains themselves, let it age for several months, and remove stones and leaves to create the clay body used for their pieces.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen clay has coarse particles, resulting in vessels with a distinctive, tactile clay texture. No painted designs are applied to the surface; instead, patterns emerge through traditional techniques such as *kiln-change* (kiln transformation), *Hidasuki* (fire-cord markings), *Sangiri* (partial reduction\/ash-covered effects), and *Goma* (sesame-seed-like ash glaze). These patterns are created by the interplay of these techniques and the shifting flow of flames within the kiln.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe way the flames strike the vessel varies depending on its placement within the kiln—such as near the entrance, in a high position, or near a corner. Created by harnessing the power of fire, no two vessels are ever exactly alike.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThese unique *Kiln-change* (kiln-transformed) pieces are born when intense flames strike the vessels placed closest to the kiln's entrance. Ash swirling inside the wood-fired kiln settles onto the pottery, melting to form a natural glaze. Because the flames are so intense, the pieces are prone to warping or cracking, making successful firing a rare occurrence.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThese works allow you to feel the raw, powerful energy of the wood-firing process. While the *kiln-change* effects rely partly on chance, the artist prepares and innovates to invite these magnificent, serendipitous outcomes.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCharacterized by the warm texture of the clay, these pieces evoke a sense of being true products of nature. Bizen ware allows one to experience the natural elements of earth and fire. This tea cup—designed for Chinese and Taiwanese teas—represents a fusion of that tea culture with Bizen clay.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePotter: Ichiro Mori (Studio Piece)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFiring: Wood-fired kiln\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDimensions: Diameter 6.5 cm, Height 4 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCapacity: 50 ml (full); 30 ml (practical use)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWeight: Approx. 50 g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePackaging: Paulownia wood box\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNotes:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e*Bizen Ware\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is a type of pottery produced in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. Production began around the end of the Heian period, approximately 800 years ago. Fired at high temperatures of 1,200–1,300°C, the ware is exceptionally durable; consequently, early production focused largely on large jars and storage vessels. Its distinctive clay texture eventually won the favor of tea masters, leading to the creation of many pieces specifically for the tea ceremony.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware became deeply intertwined with the tea ceremony during the Muromachi period (16th century), a time when *chanoyu* (tea ceremony) culture flourished. Tea masters, led by Sen no Rikyū, rejected ostentatious ornamentation, finding the aesthetic of *wabi-sabi* in the rustic texture of the clay and the natural patterns born of the kiln's fire. Fired using only clay and flame—without the use of glaze—Bizen ware embodies the very ideal of \"natural beauty\" cherished in the tea ceremony.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIt is this spiritual resonance that led to the creation of so many tea utensils—such as tea bowls, water jars, and flower vases—from Bizen ware. As the color deepens with use, the ware offers the joy of \"nurturing\" it over time; for tea masters, Bizen ware was not merely a tool, but a companion to be cultivated throughout the years.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis tea cup, too, is a unique piece born of that long tradition. It represents a meeting of Chinese and Taiwanese tea cultures with the clay of Bizen, created to enrich your daily tea-drinking moments.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"東山堂　煎茶器店","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53112288608537,"sku":null,"price":13200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/8745\/6025\/files\/bizen-ash-kiln-change-teacup-b1.jpg?v=1788693824"},{"product_id":"bizen-ash-kiln-change-teacup-c","title":"Bizen ware Ichiro Mori studio, Ash Kiln Change Teacup C 50ml","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis is a *Kiln-change* (ash-effect kiln transformation) tea cup from the Ichiro Mori Bizen-ware studio. It is sized appropriately for enjoying Chinese or Taiwanese teas.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is characterized by its unglazed, high-fired finish and the beauty of patterns that highlight the natural character of the clay. These vessels are fired in wood-burning kilns, primarily using pine wood, over a period of approximately two weeks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWith a background in sculpture, Mr. Mori possesses exceptional formative skills, creating works that are both beautiful and powerful in shape. While rooted in tradition, he actively explores new styles of Bizen ware.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e(Brief Biography of Ichiro Mori)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1981: Born into the Mori family, one of the six historic Bizen-ware kiln-owning lineages.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2008: Completed the Sculpture program at the Graduate School of Fine Arts, Tokyo University of the Arts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2009: Driftwood Sculpture Festival (Taipei, Taiwan)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2011: Sculpture 575 (Taipei, Taiwan)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2015: THE POWER OF BIZEN (Great Britain Sasakawa Foundation, Kigbeare Studio \u0026amp; Gallery, UK)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is an art form expressed through clay and fire. Clay preparation is a crucial process—so much so that it is said to account for more than half of the entire production work. Bizen offers a variety of clays with different colors and properties, and artists seek out the specific clay that best suits their work. Potters often dig the clay from the mountains themselves, let it age for several months, and remove stones and leaves to create the clay body used for their pieces.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen clay has coarse particles, resulting in vessels with a distinctive, tactile clay texture. No painted designs are applied to the surface; instead, patterns emerge through traditional techniques such as *kiln-change* (kiln transformation), *Hidasuki* (fire-cord markings), *Sangiri* (partial reduction\/ash-covered effects), and *Goma* (sesame-seed-like ash glaze). These patterns are created by the interplay of these techniques and the shifting flow of flames within the kiln.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe way the flames strike the vessel varies depending on its placement within the kiln—such as near the entrance, in a high position, or near a corner. Created by harnessing the power of fire, no two vessels are ever exactly alike.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThese unique *Kiln-change* (kiln-transformed) pieces are born when intense flames strike the vessels placed closest to the kiln's entrance. Ash swirling inside the wood-fired kiln settles onto the pottery, melting to form a natural glaze. Because the flames are so intense, the pieces are prone to warping or cracking, making successful firing a rare occurrence.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThese works allow you to feel the raw, powerful energy of the wood-firing process. While the *kiln-change* effects rely partly on chance, the artist prepares and innovates to invite these magnificent, serendipitous outcomes.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCharacterized by the warm texture of the clay, these pieces evoke a sense of being true products of nature. Bizen ware allows one to experience the natural elements of earth and fire. This tea cup—designed for Chinese and Taiwanese teas—represents a fusion of that tea culture with Bizen clay.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePotter: Ichiro Mori (Studio Piece)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFiring: Wood-fired kiln\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDimensions: Diameter 6.5 cm, Height 4 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCapacity: 50 ml (full); 30 ml (practical use)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWeight: Approx. 50 g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePackaging: Paulownia wood box\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNotes:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e*Bizen Ware\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is a type of pottery produced in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. Production began around the end of the Heian period, approximately 800 years ago. Fired at high temperatures of 1,200–1,300°C, the ware is exceptionally durable; consequently, early production focused largely on large jars and storage vessels. Its distinctive clay texture eventually won the favor of tea masters, leading to the creation of many pieces specifically for the tea ceremony.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware became deeply intertwined with the tea ceremony during the Muromachi period (16th century), a time when *chanoyu* (tea ceremony) culture flourished. Tea masters, led by Sen no Rikyū, rejected ostentatious ornamentation, finding the aesthetic of *wabi-sabi* in the rustic texture of the clay and the natural patterns born of the kiln's fire. Fired using only clay and flame—without the use of glaze—Bizen ware embodies the very ideal of \"natural beauty\" cherished in the tea ceremony.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIt is this spiritual resonance that led to the creation of so many tea utensils—such as tea bowls, water jars, and flower vases—from Bizen ware. As the color deepens with use, the ware offers the joy of \"nurturing\" it over time; for tea masters, Bizen ware was not merely a tool, but a companion to be cultivated throughout the years.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis tea cup, too, is a unique piece born of that long tradition. It represents a meeting of Chinese and Taiwanese tea cultures with the clay of Bizen, created to enrich your daily tea-drinking moments.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"東山堂　煎茶器店","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53112289329433,"sku":null,"price":13200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/8745\/6025\/files\/bizen-ash-kiln-change-teacup-c1.jpg?v=1788694356"},{"product_id":"bizen-hidasuki-teacup-b","title":"Bizen ware Ichiro Mori studio Hidasuki(Fire Mark) Teacup B 50ml","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis is a *Hidasuki* (fire-cord pattern) tea cup from the Ichiro Mori Bizen-ware studio. It is sized appropriately for enjoying Chinese or Taiwanese teas.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is characterized by its unglazed, high-fired finish and the beauty of patterns that highlight the natural qualities of the clay. These vessels are fired in wood-burning kilns; pine wood is the primary fuel, and the firing process takes approximately two weeks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWith a background in sculpture, Mr. Mori possesses exceptional formative skills, creating works that are both beautiful and powerful in form. While rooted in tradition, he actively explores new styles of Bizen ware.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e(Brief Biography of Ichiro Mori)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1981: Born into the Mori family, one of the six traditional Bizen-ware kiln-owning lineages.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2008: Completed the Sculpture program at the Graduate School of Fine Arts, Tokyo University of the Arts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2009: Driftwood Sculpture Festival (Taipei, Taiwan)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2011: Sculpture 575 (Taipei, Taiwan)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2015: THE POWER OF BIZEN (Great Britain Sasakawa Foundation \/ Kigbeare Studio \u0026amp; Gallery, UK)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is an art form expressed through clay and fire. Clay preparation is a crucial stage of the process—so much so that it is said to account for more than half of the total work involved. Bizen offers a variety of clays with different colors and properties, and artists seek out the specific clay that best suits their work. The potters themselves dig the clay from the mountains, let it age for several months, and remove stones and leaves to create the clay body used for their pieces.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen clay has a coarse texture, resulting in vessels that allow one to feel the raw quality of the material. No painted designs are applied to the vessels; instead, patterns emerge through traditional techniques—such as *yōhen* (kiln change), *hidasuki* (fire-cord patterns), *sangiri* (ash-covered\/reduction effects), and *goma* (sesame-seed-like ash glaze)—combined with the shifting flow of flames inside the kiln. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*Hidasuki* (firte-cord pattern) is a traditional Bizen ware technique in which straw is wrapped around the vessel before firing; the salt and potassium in the straw react with the vessel's surface to create scarlet (reddish-brown) streaked patterns. Each piece is unique, with patterns varying based on the flow of the flames and how the straw was wrapped. The charm of *Hidasuki* lies in this beauty born of chance—a collaboration between natural materials and fire.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e*Hidasuki* pieces allow you to sense the raw, powerful flames of the wood-fired kiln. While there is an element of chance involved, the potter employs careful preparation and ingenuity to invite those magnificent, serendipitous results.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThese pieces feature a warm, earthy texture that evokes the feeling of pottery as a product of nature. With Bizen ware, one can truly sense the elements of earth and fire. This tea cup, designed for Chinese and Taiwanese teas, represents a fusion of Chinese tea culture and Bizen clay.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePotter: Ichiro Mori (Studio Piece)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFiring: Wood-fired kiln\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDimensions: Diameter 6.5 cm, Height 4 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCapacity: 50 ml (full); 30 ml (practical use)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWeight: Approx. 50 g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePackaging: Paulownia wood box\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNotes:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e*About Bizen Ware\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is a type of pottery produced in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. Production began around the end of the Heian period, approximately 800 years ago. Fired at high temperatures of 1,200–1,300°C, the ware is exceptionally durable; consequently, early production focused largely on large jars and storage vessels. Its distinctive earthy texture was highly appreciated by tea masters, leading to the creation of many pieces specifically for the tea ceremony.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware became deeply intertwined with the tea ceremony during the Muromachi period (16th century), a time when *chanoyu* (tea ceremony) culture flourished. Tea masters, led by Sen no Rikyū, rejected ostentatious ornamentation, finding the aesthetic of *wabi-sabi* in the rustic texture of the clay and the natural patterns born of the kiln's fire. Fired using only clay and flame—without the use of glaze—Bizen ware embodies the very ideal of \"natural beauty\" cherished in the tea ceremony.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIt is this spiritual resonance that led to the creation of so many tea utensils—such as tea bowls, water jars, and flower vases—from Bizen ware. As the color deepens with use, the ware offers the joy of \"nurturing\" it over time; for tea masters, Bizen ware was not merely a tool, but a companion to be cultivated throughout the years.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis tea cup, too, is a unique piece born of that long tradition. It represents a meeting of Chinese and Taiwanese tea cultures with the clay of Bizen, created to enrich your daily tea-drinking moments.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"東山堂　煎茶器店","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53112359059737,"sku":null,"price":8800.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/8745\/6025\/files\/bizen-hidasuki-fire-marks-teacup-b1.jpg?v=1788700821"},{"product_id":"bizen-kiln-change-teacup-a","title":"Bizen ware Ichiro Mori studio Kiln Change Teacup A 50ml","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis is a *Kiln-change* (ash-effect kiln transformation) tea cup from the Ichiro Mori Bizen-ware studio. It is sized appropriately for enjoying Chinese or Taiwanese teas.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is characterized by its unglazed, high-fired finish and the beauty of patterns that highlight the natural character of the clay. These vessels are fired in wood-burning kilns, primarily using pine wood, over a period of approximately two weeks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWith a background in sculpture, Mr. Mori possesses exceptional formative skills, creating works that are both beautiful and powerful in shape. While rooted in tradition, he actively explores new styles of Bizen ware.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e(Brief Biography of Ichiro Mori)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1981: Born into the Mori family, one of the six historic Bizen-ware kiln-owning lineages.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2008: Completed the Sculpture program at the Graduate School of Fine Arts, Tokyo University of the Arts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2009: Driftwood Sculpture Festival (Taipei, Taiwan)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2011: Sculpture 575 (Taipei, Taiwan)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2015: THE POWER OF BIZEN (Great Britain Sasakawa Foundation, Kigbeare Studio \u0026amp; Gallery, UK)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is an art form expressed through clay and fire. Clay preparation is a crucial process—so much so that it is said to account for more than half of the entire production work. Bizen offers a variety of clays with different colors and properties, and artists seek out the specific clay that best suits their work. Potters often dig the clay from the mountains themselves, let it age for several months, and remove stones and leaves to create the clay body used for their pieces.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen clay has coarse particles, resulting in vessels with a distinctive, tactile clay texture. No painted designs are applied to the surface; instead, patterns emerge through traditional techniques such as *kiln-change* (kiln transformation), *Hidasuki* (fire-cord markings), *Sangiri* (partial reduction\/ash-covered effects), and *Goma* (sesame-seed-like ash glaze). These patterns are created by the interplay of these techniques and the shifting flow of flames within the kiln.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe way the flames strike the vessel varies depending on its placement within the kiln—such as near the entrance, in a high position, or near a corner. Created by harnessing the power of fire, no two vessels are ever exactly alike.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThese unique *Kiln-change* (kiln-transformed) pieces are born when intense flames strike the vessels placed closest to the kiln's entrance. Ash swirling inside the wood-fired kiln settles onto the pottery, melting to form a natural glaze. Because the flames are so intense, the pieces are prone to warping or cracking, making successful firing a rare occurrence.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThese works allow you to feel the raw, powerful energy of the wood-firing process. While the *kiln-change* effects rely partly on chance, the artist prepares and innovates to invite these magnificent, serendipitous outcomes.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCharacterized by the warm texture of the clay, these pieces evoke a sense of being true products of nature. Bizen ware allows one to experience the natural elements of earth and fire. This tea cup—designed for Chinese and Taiwanese teas—represents a fusion of that tea culture with Bizen clay.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePotter: Ichiro Mori (Studio Piece)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFiring: Wood-fired kiln\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDimensions: Diameter 6.5 cm, Height 4 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCapacity: 50 ml (full); 30 ml (practical use)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWeight: Approx. 50 g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePackaging: Paulownia wood box\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNotes:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e*Bizen Ware\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware is a type of pottery produced in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. Production began around the end of the Heian period, approximately 800 years ago. Fired at high temperatures of 1,200–1,300°C, the ware is exceptionally durable; consequently, early production focused largely on large jars and storage vessels. Its distinctive clay texture eventually won the favor of tea masters, leading to the creation of many pieces specifically for the tea ceremony.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBizen ware became deeply intertwined with the tea ceremony during the Muromachi period (16th century), a time when *chanoyu* (tea ceremony) culture flourished. Tea masters, led by Sen no Rikyū, rejected ostentatious ornamentation, finding the aesthetic of *wabi-sabi* in the rustic texture of the clay and the natural patterns born of the kiln's fire. Fired using only clay and flame—without the use of glaze—Bizen ware embodies the very ideal of \"natural beauty\" cherished in the tea ceremony.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIt is this spiritual resonance that led to the creation of so many tea utensils—such as tea bowls, water jars, and flower vases—from Bizen ware. As the color deepens with use, the ware offers the joy of \"nurturing\" it over time; for tea masters, Bizen ware was not merely a tool, but a companion to be cultivated throughout the years.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis tea cup, too, is a unique piece born of that long tradition. It represents a meeting of Chinese and Taiwanese tea cultures with the clay of Bizen, created to enrich your daily tea-drinking moments.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"東山堂　煎茶器店","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53159944126745,"sku":null,"price":8800.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/8745\/6025\/files\/bizen-kiln-change-teacup-a1.jpg?v=1789306602"},{"product_id":"bizen-kiln-change-teacup-b","title":"Bizen ware Ichiro Mori studio Kiln Change Teacup B 50ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eBizen ware Mori Ichiro studio kiln-change (yohen) teacup. It's a size commonly used for Chinese and Taiwanese teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe defining characteristics of Bizen ware are that it is fired without glaze, and that the patterns are beautiful, highlighting the natural texture of the clay. Bizen ware is fired in a wood-fired kiln. The fuel is mainly pine wood, and the firing process takes about two weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving majored in sculpture, Mr. Mori possesses exceptional sculptural skills, creating both beautiful and powerful forms. He explores new styles of Bizen ware while remaining rooted in tradition.\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003e。\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Brief biography of Ichiro Mori)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003e1981\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eBorn into the Mori family, one of the six prominent families of Bizen ware potters.\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003e2008\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eGraduated from the Department of Sculpture, Graduate School of Fine Arts, Tokyo University of the Arts.\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003e2009\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eyear\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eDrift Wood Sculpture Festival (\u003c\/span\u003eTaipei\/Taiwan\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003e2011\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eYear of carving 575\/\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003eTaipei\/Taiwan\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003e2015\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Meiryo UI';\"\u003eyear\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eTHE POWER OF BIZEN (\u003c\/span\u003eDaiwa Anglo-Japanese Foundation,\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eKigboate studio\u003c\/span\u003e＆\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003egallery\/UK)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBizen ware is pottery expressed through clay and fire. In Bizen ware, clay preparation is considered such an important process that it is said to account for more than half of the work. Bizen has clays of various colors and properties.potterThey search for the right clay for their work. The ceramic artists themselves dig up soil in the mountains, leave it for several months, remove stones and leaves, and create the clay suitable for their creations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBizen ware is characterized by its coarse clay particles, which give the pottery a distinct texture. Bizen ware does not feature painted designs. Bizen ware is known for its kiln-fired variations.HidasukiTraditional techniques such as sankiri and goma are employed, and the combination of these techniques and the changing flow of flames inside the kiln creates a variety of patterns on the pottery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way the flames hit the pottery varies depending on where it is placed inside the kiln, such as near the entrance, in a high place, or near a corner. Each piece is created by leaving it to the natural process of fire, and no two pieces are exactly alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen firing a kiln, the pottery placed closest to the entrance is subjected to the strongest flames, creating kiln-fired pieces. Ash swirling inside the wood-fired kiln settles on the pottery, and the melted ash becomes a natural glaze. Because the pieces are exposed to such strong flames, they are prone to warping and cracking, so successful firing is rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece evokes the raw, powerful flames of a wood-fired kiln. While some aspects of the kiln transformation are left to chance, the pottery aims to invite wonderful coincidences.potterWe prepare and devise solutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePottery is characterized by its warm, earthy texture, giving it a natural feel. Bizen ware, in particular, evokes a sense of nature through the interplay of earth and fire. This teacup, a fusion of Chinese tea culture and Bizen clay, is designed for Chinese and Taiwanese teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePotter: ICHIRO MORI studio work\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/moriichiro.com\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiring: Wood-fired kiln\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: Diameter 6.5cm, Height 4cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapacity: 50ml full, 30ml usable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: Approximately 50g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePackaging: Paulownia wood box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eremarks:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e＊\u003c\/span\u003eBizen ware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBizen ware is pottery made in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. Production of Bizen ware began around the end of the Heian period, about 800 years ago.\u003cspan\u003e1200\u003c\/span\u003e～\u003cspan\u003e1300\u003c\/span\u003eFired at high temperatures of ℃, Bizen ware is sturdy, and initially, many jars and pots were made from it. Bizen ware's unique clay texture was favored by tea masters, and many ceramics for the tea ceremony began to be produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1x4zg_107\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBizen ware became deeply associated with the tea ceremony during the Muromachi period (1500s), when tea culture flourished. Tea masters such as Sen no Rikyu rejected extravagant decoration and found the beauty of \"wabi-sabi\" in the simple texture of the clay and the natural scenery created by the fire. The appearance of Bizen ware, which is fired using only clay and fire without the use of glaze, is the very essence of the \"natural\" beauty that the tea ceremony idealizes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1x4zg_107\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1x4zg_107\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fact that numerous tea ceremony utensils, such as tea bowls, water pitchers, and flower vases, have been made from Bizen ware is due to this spiritual resonance. Bizen ware, which deepens in color the more it is used and offers the pleasure of nurturing, was not merely a tool for tea masters, but a companion that they nurtured over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1x4zg_107\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1x4zg_107\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis teacup, too, is a unique piece that stands as a testament to its long history. It was created as a vessel that enriches daily tea time, born from the fusion of Chinese and Taiwanese tea culture with Bizen clay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"東山堂　煎茶器店","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53160077689113,"sku":null,"price":8800.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/8745\/6025\/files\/bizen-kiln-change-teacup-b1.jpg?v=1789306565"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/8745\/6025\/collections\/bizen-kiln-change-teapot-md-1.jpg?v=1788695167","url":"https:\/\/tozandosenchaki.com\/en\/collections\/bizen-ware-japanese-teapot-en.oembed?page=2","provider":"煎茶 中国茶向け茶器とお茶の専門店　東山堂","version":"1.0","type":"link"}