Touan Kiln Flower Crystalline Glaze Sake Cup - Pink / 京・清水焼 花結晶釉 盃 S6327 heavy clays that invite bold

heavy clays that invite bold crystallisation

is the work of Junichi Nabetani (鍋谷淳一)

This gift set consists of two pieces -- one crane plate and one tortoise plate

One (1) Incense Holder in a Wooden Gift Box

including subtle firing marks that occur naturally during the process

Touan Kiln Flower Crystalline Glaze Sake Cup - Pink / 京・清水焼 花結晶釉 盃 S6327 heavy clays that invite boldFounded in 1922 in the historic Higashiyama Senny ji () area of Kyoto, Touan Kiln () is a respected kiln of Kyo Kiyomizu ware (), known for its refined colours, strength, and continuous pursuit of innovation. The kiln was established by Toshio Dobuchi (), originally a master Kyoto roof tile craftsman. The region surrounding Touan was historically rich in clay, and his technical skill was widely recognised even the Japanese Gallery of the Tokyo