{"product_id":"p6075","title":"Bizen ware sake cup","description":"This is a brand new Bizen sake cup, freshly fired by Makoto Nakamura, a master renowned for his sake vessels and tableware and the eldest son of the late Rokuro Nakamura, a legendary Bizen ceramicist.\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis latest work, fired in October 2020, displays a vivid scarlet hue (hidasuki) and a sophisticated, matte sesame glaze (kase-goma), which are considered ideal for sake cups.\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe undulating rim, inherited from his father, Rokuro, creates multiple drinking points, allowing the cup’s character to shift depending on how it is held, ensuring it never ceases to fascinate.\n\u003cbr\u003e\nYet, the essence of the work remains rooted in the Nakamura family's signature scarlet color, offering the same joy of seeing it evolve with use and the pleasure of \"nurturing\" the piece over time.\n\u003cbr\u003e\nTrue to his reputation as a master kiln operator, Makoto has placed a magnificent scarlet hue on the front; as it is used, the sake will polish the surface, further enhancing its luster and depth.\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWhile the form is large and powerful, the vessel itself is not overly thick, resulting in a surprisingly comfortable and well-balanced feel in the hand, contrasting with its bold appearance.\n\nSigned wooden box (shiho-san) included.\nDiameter: 8.0cm x 8.0cm, Height: 4.8cm\n\nMakoto Nakamura was born in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture, in 1949, the eldest son of Rokuro Nakamura.\n\u003cbr\u003e\nStarting in 1971, he learned the foundations of Bizen pottery under his father, Rokuro, gaining extensive training in everything from preparing the clay to production techniques.\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn order to master kiln-firing techniques in the tradition of Toyo Kaneshige, he also assisted Michiaki Kaneshige with his kiln firings for 10 years, receiving his guidance.\n\nHe subsequently established his own studio in 1975.\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe currently produces a wide range of works, focusing primarily on sake vessels but also including vases and tableware.\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe actively holds solo exhibitions across Japan, including in Tokyo, Okayama, and Nagoya, and has also held joint exhibitions with his son, Kazuki Nakamura.","brand":"中村 真","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618028540001,"sku":"6075","price":18000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/6075.jpg?v=1790231262","url":"https:\/\/www.tourakuen.jp\/en\/products\/p6075","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}