[Limited] AKA RAKU Yunomi (handcrafted Teacup: 230ml) - JAPANESE GREEN TEA

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Handcrafted Teacup: 230ml (7.78oz), diameter: 3.15inches (8cm) height: 3.54inches (9cm)
Made at Shohraku Kiln.
Shohraku Kiln, opened in 1903, is one of the most traditional Raku-yaki Kilns in Kyoto.

This AKA RAKU Yunomi is a Raku-yaki style Yunomi. In Japan, Raku-yaki is regarded as the highest-grade tea ware used for the tea ceremony. Raku-yaki is a very unique ceramics technique that was developed in Kyoto about 450 years ago. There are two main kinds of Raku-yaki: Kuro-raku, which means black Raku-yaki, and Aka-raku, which means red Raku-yaki. This Yunomi is modeled after Aka-raku.

This Yunomi is made while referring to traditional Raku-yaki techniques. For example, one of the most remarkable characteristics of Aka-raku is its beautiful red color and the areas of smoky black called FU. FU is one of the color changes that occur when Raku-yaki is traditionally fired, while surrounded by charcoal. This Yunomi faithfully reproduces the traditional colors of Raku-yaki.

It is formed by hand using a ROKURO (potter's wheel), and the marks of the craftsman's fingers can be seen all over the surface, giving it a gentle impression. The bottom is slightly wider than the top, making it feel comfortable in one's hand. This Yunomi is simple in form, yet full of dignity.

Raku-yaki has a water-absorbing property. If used for a long time, the surface aesthetic changes a little. It is also a feature of using Raku-yaki that the atmosphere becomes more WABI-SABI. WABI-SABI is a Japanese aesthetic and spiritual ideal that implies authentic simplicity and imperfect beauty.

We are certain that you will enjoy this sophisticated Yunomi with our genuine high-quality Japanese tea. The beauty of Raku-yaki will capture your heart.

Specially packaged in a wooden box.
Raku-yaki has a water-absorbing property. If used for a long time, the surface aesthetic changes a little, and becomes more WABI-SABI.
Lead-free. Made in Japan.
(Please note that there are individual differences in each piece and each piece is unique, due to the features of this work.)

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Shouraku Sasaki

Shouraku Sasaki was born in 1944, and studied under his father, the second-generation Shouraku. He strives to inspire an elegant and relaxing atmosphere into extremely simple Raku-yaki. His high-level and broad-based techniques, which enable him to create elegant works and to duplicate historical treasured arts, are highly appreciated not only by the pottery and porcelain industry but by Japanese tea ceremony schools.

Directions

- Raku-yaki has a water-absorbing property, so it is possible for this ceramic to retain and "sweat" small amounts of water.
- Before using Raku-yaki for the first time, please soak in lukewarm water for one or two minutes. Before reusing after it has been stored long term, please soak for thirty seconds. This process helps to keep Raku-yaki strong and durable as well as clean and stain-resistant.
- It is best to wash the Raku-yaki using only tepid water.
- If necessary, you may occasionally use a mild chlorine-free dish washing detergent. - Do not sterilize by boiling, washing with chlorine detergent, or in a dish washing machine.
- If used as a serving dish, please don't serve foods that have been made with vinegar. The vinegar may damage the glaze.
- Take care not to hit this Yunomi against a hard surface or give it a strong shock.
- Before you store Raku-yaki in its wooden box for long term, dry off fully in the shade for 4 to 7 days. Otherwise, if the clay remains wet while it is packed away in a box, there is a possibility for the Raku-yaki to take on an unusual earthy odor or even for mold to form.
- If Raku-yaki takes on an unusual earthy odor, you can remove the odor by continuing to use Raku-yaki every day for a week.

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