Rahou Shuki (Sake Vessel) Kazuya Ishida The natural contrast between the

The natural contrast between the beautiful red and white hues produced by nature gives a modern impression

Both functional and meditative

The piece's subtle sheen was created not by glaze but by rapidly cooling the piece after firing

The "Sake Cup" series by Ichiro Mori showcases a mastery of the traditional Bizen pottery technique known as "Hidasuki"

Totte (取っ手) means handle in Japanese

Rahou Shuki (Sake Vessel) Kazuya Ishida The natural contrast between theShuki () are drinking vessels for Japanese sake. Bizen Art aesthetics developed in close relation to other aspects of Japanese culture, including the appreciation of sake and tea. Sake is said to taste richer if exposed to air, and this Shuki was designed to have a wide lip for that purpose. The sheen of this piece was achieved not through adding glaze, but rather through the use of a difficult technique in which the Bizen artist removes a piece from