{"product_id":"yoshinoriizumi2605_mug_meteor","title":"Mug Cup - “Meteor” by Yoshinori Izumi","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn Unending Pursuit of Glaze Perfection\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\u003eBuilding on the knowledge he acquired at the Kyoto Municipal Institute of Industrial Technology, he has meticulously verified changes due to firing temperature, glaze composition, and the way the flame hits the piece, thereby pursuing his unique kiln-change expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIzumi's works are not merely reliant on chance; they are built upon data and experience accumulated over many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven so, unpredictable changes occur in the kiln, and no two pieces ever turn out the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC06719-2.jpg?v=1778378872\"\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 produced by firing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deep gradations created by the flowing glaze and the delicate kiln-change effects from the reaction of mineral components create expressions that resemble natural phenomena.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC06723_1b48a664-f18f-4d3a-8a62-b43762a6099b.jpg?v=1778378872\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTableware that Enriches Daily Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Izumi's vessels possess a high artistic quality, they are created with an emphasis on everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on his many years of experience crafting a wide range of vessels, including sake cups, teacups, and matcha bowls, he meticulously considers the feel to the lips, ease of holding, and overall comfort in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese vessels possess a quiet presence, yet they enhance the food and drinks served in them. With each use, one can enjoy the changing expressions of the glaze and the play of light.\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 mug 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 light and viewing angle, allowing you to enjoy the flowing glaze patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unique kiln-change expression of each piece is also captivating, making it a work that adds a special touch to everyday moments.\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":52952416944447,"sku":"yoshinoriizumi2605_mug_meteor","price":12700.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Simple Gift (Boxed)","offer_id":52952416977215,"sku":"yoshinoriizumi2605_mug_meteor","price":13100.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gift wrapping (boxed)","offer_id":52952422220095,"sku":"yoshinoriizumi2605_mug_meteor","price":13200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC06719_e538228a-56f4-4f27-ac7b-ceeed751720a.jpg?v=1778378872","url":"https:\/\/www.kotopotter.jp\/en\/products\/yoshinoriizumi2605_mug_meteor","provider":"KOTOPOTTER","version":"1.0","type":"link"}