Seiji Mentori Gongfu Teapot #17-18Tsuyoshi Ueno is an artisan trained in Fukui and Wakayama, studying under Shigeyoshi Morioka to master the ancient art of Nanban yaki. This style blends the hues of raw clay with the enchantment of blazing fire, embodying the aesthetic of Wabi Sabi through 7 10 days of intense firing, which requires an immense amount of dense wood and round the clock supervision to maintain the kiln's temperature. The beauty of each piece is contrasted by the delicate

Very young with enormous potential

Appearing weightless

and his skills have advanced by leaps and bounds

Several factors contribute to Mahei's special terroir

our longtime tea producer

early spring harvest known for its exquisite delicacy

The textured body showcases delicate hammer marks and a rustic handle adorned in bamboo

establishing an early reputation for exceptional quality

and Kohiki

Yoko Koyama is an up-and-coming artist who specializes in Bizen pottery

Takashima's work showcases a softer touch compared to his mentor's sharp

lending to a young biting astringency that turns sweet at the back of the throat