{"product_id":"p6802","title":"Ibe Yunomi","description":"This is a newly fired Ibe teacup by Yuho Kaneshige, a potter who, while part of the Kaneshige lineage, constantly questions himself and creates his work as an individual artisan.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is a brand-new piece, fresh from the kiln in November 2022.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCreated using his newly designed \"Tsuchigama\" (earth kiln)—a climbing kiln made entirely of clay without the use of firebricks—this work represents a fusion of the traditional Kaneshige firing technique and this unique kiln.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAlthough he originally poured his heart and soul into creating tableware, in recent years, Yuho-sensei has focused his activities primarily on tea ceramics, intentionally refraining from presenting tableware.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis piece is a rare return to teacup production for Yuho-sensei, resulting in a work that is not an exaggeration to call tableware that has transcended the realm of tea ceramics.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe techniques cultivated through his characteristically symmetrical and tranquil tea bowls have been directly applied here, resulting in a superlative teacup specialized for drinking liquids, featuring an exquisite clay surface and the finest possible mouthfeel.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe soft surface, created using the finest clay and fired with exquisite precision, absorbs moisture when in use, becoming supple like human skin—a texture so beautiful it captivates even the creator, Yuho-sensei himself.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAccording to Yuho-sensei, the clay surface is highly sensitive and prone to tea staining; washing it promptly after use will allow it to develop even more beautifully over time.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn creating these, Yuho-sensei prioritized his own personal preferences; as such, some individual pieces may not be suitable for holding water for extended periods. Please feel free to contact us if you have any concerns.\n\nSigned wooden box (double-crosspiece lid)\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 6.0cm x 6.0cm x Height 8.5cm\n\nYuho Kaneshige was born as the third son of the Intangible Cultural Property holder Sozan Kaneshige.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe began learning pottery techniques under his father, Sozan Kaneshige, in 1975.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe became independent in 1980 and held his first solo exhibition in Okayama.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCurrently, he focuses on tea ceramics such as tea bowls, water jars, and flower vases, while also creating tableware.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe places particular importance on the interior form (mikomi) of his favored tea bowls, pursuing a balance between ease of use and exterior aesthetics.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe has received the Sanyo Shimbun Award at the Prefectural Exhibition, the Encouragement Award at the Chanoyu Modeling Exhibition, and the Tanko Biennale Encouragement Award, among others.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe received the Japan Ceramic Society Award in 2002 and the Sanyo Shimbun Cultural Merit Award in 2018.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 2019, he was designated as a holder of an Okayama Prefectural Important Intangible Cultural Property.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe is also dedicated to his solo exhibitions, which are held at various locations both within and outside the prefecture.","brand":"金重有邦","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618725023841,"sku":"6802","price":22000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/6802.jpg?v=1790241391","url":"https:\/\/www.tourakuen.jp\/en\/products\/p6802","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}