Bizen Coffee Cup & Saucer

These newly fired Bizen-ware cup and saucer sets are the work of Shusaku Taku, an artist who takes the long-standing traditions of human craftsmanship that have matured alongside Bizen ware and gives them form, using the daily inspirations of life as his catalyst. Each piece is meticulously crafted down to the finest detail, reflecting Taku-sensei’s signature dedication to creating pottery that speaks directly to the heart. These pieces possess a unique charm distinct from porcelain cups and saucers, offering the wild, robust, and substantial character for which Bizen ware is renowned. At the same time, reflecting Taku-sensei’s passion for researching not only ceramic traditions but also culinary and tea cultures, the handles and rims are thoughtfully designed for ease of use. This firing has produced a refined "hidasuki" (fire-cord) pattern reminiscent of antique Bizen ware, and the harmony between the dark brown texture of the clay and the color of coffee is truly magnificent. Paper box
Cup: Diameter 10.3cm x 8.0cm x Height 7.2cm
Saucer: Diameter 14.7cm x 14.7cm x Height 2.2cm

*Shipping fee of 500 yen applies. 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 Tea Ceremony Ceramics Exhibition. He has also been selected for the Okayama Prefectural Art Exhibition and the Japan Kōgei Association Chugoku Branch Exhibition.