{"product_id":"yoshinoriizumi2605_teacups_meteora","title":"Teacup S - “Meteor” by Yoshinori Izumi","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC06777_e3c362da-d083-4503-ad45-f5afe7346b3e.jpg?v=1778379613\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndless Pursuit of Glaze\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoshinori Izumi, who has a studio in the satoyama (foothills) of Keihoku, Kyoto, has been researching glazes for over 50 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on the knowledge gained at the Kyoto Municipal Institute of Industrial Technology, he has pursued unique kiln transformation expressions by meticulously verifying changes due to firing temperature, glaze composition, and the way the flame hits the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIzumi's works are not merely dependent on chance; they are built upon data and experience accumulated over many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven so, unpredictable changes occur inside the kiln, ensuring that no two pieces ever have the same appearance.\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\/DSC06755_b0442f30-28ef-4680-ba5f-552577c7becb.jpg?v=1778379557\" 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 display complex color changes that emerge during firing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deep gradations created by the flowing glaze and the delicate kiln transformations resulting from the reaction of mineral components exhibit expressions much like natural phenomena.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC06754-2.jpg?v=1778379556\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTableware for Everyday Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Izumi's vessels possess high artistic quality, they are created with an emphasis on being used in daily life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on many years of experience crafting a wide range of vessels, including sake cups, teacups, and matcha bowls, meticulous attention is paid to features such as lip feel, ease of holding, and overall usability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey possess a quiet presence, yet enhance the food and drinks served in them. These vessels allow you to enjoy the changing expressions of the glaze and the interplay of light with each 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 Owner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a small teacup from the \"Shooting Star\" series, featuring beautiful blue and silver iridescence that appears during firing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts appearance changes depending on the angle of light and how it's viewed, allowing you to enjoy the flowing glaze patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unique kiln transformation of each piece is also appealing, making it a work that quietly enriches 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":52952433131839,"sku":"yoshinoriizumi2605_teacupS_meteorA","price":73.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Simple Gift (boxed)","offer_id":52952433164607,"sku":"yoshinoriizumi2605_teacupS_meteorA","price":76.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gift wrapping (boxed)","offer_id":52952433197375,"sku":"yoshinoriizumi2605_teacupS_meteorA","price":76.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC06755_b0442f30-28ef-4680-ba5f-552577c7becb.jpg?v=1778379557","url":"https:\/\/www.kotopotter.jp\/en-int\/products\/yoshinoriizumi2605_teacups_meteora","provider":"KOTOPOTTER","version":"1.0","type":"link"}