{"product_id":"p7570","title":"Bizen Hidasuki Beer Mug","description":"This is a Bizen Hidasuki beer tumbler by Rokuro Nakamura, a master craftsman of traditional Bizen ware celebrated as a god of sake vessel creation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nBased on the style and the calligraphy on the box, this piece is estimated to date from when he was in his mid-70s to his 80s.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWhen it comes to the Nakamura family’s beer tumblers, this straight, pipe-like design is the standard. Once you hold it in your hand, you find it fits surprisingly well despite its size, revealing a form thoughtfully perfected by Rokuro despite its casual appearance.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFurthermore, this particular piece is slightly taller than Rokuro's standard beer mugs, bringing to mind the vigorous energy with which he would throw clay on the potter's wheel.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe flowing, refined rim—a hallmark of Rokuro Nakamura—remains intact; when viewed from above, it forms a gentle triangle with three points, a unique design that has captivated drinkers and is perfectly replicated here in this beer mug.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nRegarding the firing, the delicate Hidasuki (fire-cord) markings that appear to bloom softly within the mogusa clay are exquisite, adding a touch of elegance like a single flower to the wild, rustic style reminiscent of a rugged warrior.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWhile \"blistering,\" caused by the thermal expansion of air within the clay—a common trait of electric kiln firing—is visible in several places, it blends with the bold form and beautiful scarlet color to be enjoyed as part of the piece's aesthetic landscape.\n\nOriginal signed box (two-way batten)\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 7.3cm x 7.0cm x Height 11.6cm\n\nRokuro Nakamura was born in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture, in 1914.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe worked as a company employee until the end of the war, after which he studied under Toyo Kaneshige, mastering kiln-firing techniques and more.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1961, he built the Rokuro Kiln and became independent.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe was certified as a master craftsman of traditional crafts in 1986 and received the Okayama Nichinichi Shimbun Award that same year.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1989, he was awarded the Order of the Blue Paulownia Leaves (7th Class) in the Spring Decorations.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe primarily created sake vessels, as well as flower vases and tea utensils, with his sake vessels being particularly well-regarded by pottery enthusiasts.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe passed away in April 2004.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe primarily created sake vessels, as well as flower vases and tea utensils, with his sake vessels being particularly well-regarded by pottery enthusiasts.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe passed away in April 2004.","brand":"中村六郎","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618197819489,"sku":"7570","price":55000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/7570.jpg?v=1790232918","url":"https:\/\/www.tourakuen.jp\/en\/products\/p7570","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}