The Uzan kiln has inherited the traditional techniques of Shigaraki but while keeping the traditions alive, the Uzanyou workshop proposes ceramics that incorporate the Japanese concept of « Yo-no-bi » where functionality (Yo) is combined beauty (Bi) to meet the needs today's lifestyles. Constantly searching for innovation and new sensitivities in their work, Uzanyou’s goal is to create vessels that continue to grow with their users and that have the capacity of gently illuminating the objects placed in them.
A SAKE CUP WITH UNIQUE LIGHT TRANSPARENCY
A pure and minimalistic Shigaraki sake cup characterized by a light, translucent texture and a gentle white color.
Not only a sake cup but also a beautiful container for condiments or delicacies.
A completely new type of pottery that allows light to pass through. Unlike the conventional light-permeable porcelain, the translucent Shigaraki ceramics are made of a particular blend of clay and optical fiber.
The revolutionary translucent Shigaraki style was developed at the Shigaraki Ceramic Research Institute in 2009 and has opened a new chapter in the long history of Shigaraki pottery.
Mainly made from optical fiber its light transmittance is 2.5~3 times higher than that of porcelain, allowing light to pass through even thicker textures and bodies.
Size
65 x 40 mm (approx. 60 ml)
Material
Ceramic
Caution for use
・Although unglazed the Shigaraki ware is hardened so that liquids will not seep into the vessel.
・Coffee, wine, etc. may stain the uneven surface. For cleaning, please use a melamine sponge or bleach.
・We recommend to clean the cup right after use to prevent the leftovers from drying out.
・Small black spots and little white clumps sometimes appear on the surface of the vessel. They are natural components and do not pose a problem of use.