Black mug

This is a latest kiln-fresh black mug by Masao Akitaya, who studied under Living National Treasure Jun Isezaki and creates works overflowing with unique originality within a new spirit. While the design is simple and feels unforced, the smart construction of the handle and the flowing form are very stylish. It is a slightly larger size, making it suitable for use anytime and anywhere. The chic black color, which suits the simple construction well, is truly wonderful. (It is stamped 2012, the year it was scheduled to be removed from the kiln.) Paper box
Diameter 10.7cm × 8.7cm × Height 8.9cm Masao Akitaya was born in Saitama in 1968. He studied under Living National Treasure Jun Isezaki starting in 1998, and after ten years of training, he built his own kiln in Bizen and became independent in 2008. His first kiln opening was in 2009. He has been selected for the Tanabe Museum of Art's Tea Ceremony Molding Exhibition and the Japan Kōgei Association Chūgoku Branch Exhibition, and has received awards including the Okayama Prefectural Art Exhibition Prize and the Encouragement Prize.