{"product_id":"yoshinoriizumi2605_teacups_meteoec","title":"Teacup S - “Meteor” by Yoshinori Izumi","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC06776_0bef03d9-1b97-427d-bccf-1625122cc6d7.jpg?v=1778379940\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndless Pursuit of Glaze Perfection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoshinori Izumi, who runs his studio in the satoyama (foothills) of Keihoku, Kyoto, has been researching glazes for over 50 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding on the knowledge he gained at the Kyoto City Institute of Industrial Technology, he has meticulously examined changes caused by firing temperature, glaze composition, and flame exposure, pursuing his unique expressions of kiln-fired effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIzumi's works are not simply left to chance; they are built upon years of accumulated data and experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYet, even so, unpredictable changes occur in the kiln, ensuring no two pieces are ever exactly alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC06770_eed79d68-3a45-4250-a916-ad034d13d941.jpg?v=1778379940\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeautiful Colors Created by Fire\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIzumi's Tenmoku and celadon works exhibit complex color changes created during firing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deep gradations formed by flowing glazes and the delicate kiln variations resulting from mineral reactions display an appearance akin to natural phenomena.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC06769-2.jpg?v=1778379940\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVessels for Everyday Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile possessing high artistic merit, Izumi's vessels are created with an emphasis on daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith years of experience crafting a wide range of vessels including sake cups, teacups, and matcha bowls, meticulous attention is paid to the feel on the lips, ease of holding, and overall comfort in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey possess a quiet presence that enhances food and drink. These vessels allow you to enjoy the changing expressions of the glaze and light with every use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"owner-comment-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"owner-illustration\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"店主のイラスト\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/IMG_3946.png?v=1734679129\" width=\"108\" height=\"108\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"owner-info\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"owner-name\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eComment from the Shop Owner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a Kumi-dashi bowl from the \"Ryusei\" (Meteor) series, featuring beautiful blue and silver iridescence that appears during firing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts appearance changes depending on the light and viewing angle, allowing you to enjoy the flowing glaze patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unique kiln variations of each piece are also charming, making it a work that quietly enhances your tea time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n    .owner-comment-box {\n        display: flex;\n        align-items: center;\n        padding: 20px;\n        border: 1px solid #ddd;\n        background-color: #F3F3F3;\n        border-radius: 10px;\n    }\n\n    .owner-illustration {\n        margin-right: 20px;\n    }\n\n    .owner-illustration img {\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"KOTOPOTTER","offers":[{"title":"For home use","offer_id":52952442274111,"sku":"yoshinoriizumi2605_teacupS_meteoeC","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Simple Gift (Boxed)","offer_id":52952442306879,"sku":"yoshinoriizumi2605_teacupS_meteoeC","price":91.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gift wrapping (boxed)","offer_id":52952442339647,"sku":"yoshinoriizumi2605_teacupS_meteoeC","price":92.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC06769_2ed79beb-5712-4c74-af92-c7e03aa15299.jpg?v=1778379940","url":"https:\/\/www.kotopotter.jp\/en-int\/products\/yoshinoriizumi2605_teacups_meteoec","provider":"KOTOPOTTER","version":"1.0","type":"link"}