Bizen Tsubo Vase #1Sohei Takashima is a talented, young ceramicist who was the apprentice under the guidance of legendary potter and National Living Treasure, Isezaki Jun. Despite his young age, Takashima's unique style has already earned him recognition, including the top prize in the "Tea Ceramic" category at the Japan Ceramic Association Contemporary Ceramic Art Exhibition. His passion for pottery was ignited during his university years, when he was captivated by the

and silky texture

is expertly oxidized and sun-dried from wild Yunnan tea trees

We considered some of the most essential aspects of superb teaware

Refreshing tartness with a sweet aftertaste and delicate pine aroma

use the smallest burner and keep the flame on medium/low to avoid flames climbing up the sides and leaving marks on the kettle

instead delicately smoked (Lagavulin in Rum Barrels) to perfection

Pressed April 26

Hand made in Kyoto by Tsujiwa Kanaami

potentially damaging the natural wrapped handle

Furukawa uses a traditional shading technique called honzu/ooishita cultivation

It has a long history of producing "Imperial tea" or "tribute tea" for Chinese palaces

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