Bizen Beer Mug

This beer mug is the work of Shusaku Taku, who shapes the experiences of daily life into form, using the yeast of his inspiration to create Bizen ware—a craft that has matured alongside the continuous activities of people throughout history. The clay was not kneaded into a homogeneous mixture, but rather fired while retaining its marbled pattern. The rim is adorned with a brilliantly colored "hidasuki" (fire-cord) mark, serving as a perfect transition between the "goma" (ash glaze) and the earthy marbled texture. The rim is crafted to be very thin, promising a crisp pour that will make this mug a great companion for the upcoming season.

Interview with Shusaku Taku No box included
Diameter 8.1cm × 8.0cm × Height 15.8cm Shusaku Taku was born in 1980 as the eldest son of Mamoru Taku. In 2001, he graduated from the Arita College of Ceramics in Saga Prefecture and began his apprenticeship under his father. In 2002, he received the Okayama Prefectural Board of Education Superintendent's Award at the Japan Kōgei Association Chugoku Branch Exhibition. In 2004, he won the Excellence Award at the Tanabe Museum of Art "Chanoyu" Molding Exhibition. He has also been selected for the Okayama Prefectural Art Exhibition and the Japan Kōgei Association Chugoku Branch Exhibition.