Touan Kiln Flower Crystalline Glaze Sake Cup - Navy Blue / 京・清水焼 花結晶釉 盃 S0716 along with potassium oxide

along with potassium oxide

known as "Setomono

carefully balancing rustic warmth with elegant restraint

Handcrafted by Shinzangama Yamatsu in Toki City

With soft petals in gentle pinks and reds

Touan Kiln Flower Crystalline Glaze Sake Cup - Navy Blue / 京・清水焼 花結晶釉 盃 S0716 along with potassium oxideFounded in 1922 in the historic Higashiyama Senny ji () area of Kyoto, Touan Kiln () is a respected kiln of Kyo Kiyomizu ware (), known for its refined colours, strength, and continuous pursuit of innovation. The kiln was established by Toshio Dobuchi (), originally a master Kyoto roof tile craftsman. The region surrounding Touan was historically rich in clay, and his technical skill was widely recognised even the Japanese Gallery of the Tokyo