Bizen sake bottle with a unique character created through wood-firing. The interaction of flame, firewood, and clay produces unpredictable shades of orange, red, black, and brown. Prolonged firing also creates natural variations of reddish brown, ash gray, and subtle metallic luster across the surface.
The katakuchi (pouring lip) is shaped for smooth, controlled pouring, combining functional design with a quiet, sculptural presence. Slight irregularities in the form remain visible, reflecting the hand-built process and the inherent character of Bizen ware.
Traditionally used for serving sake, this vessel can also be used as a small water carafe or as a simple flower vase.
One-of-a-kind piece.
* Price is for 1
* 4 in stock
H 15.3 - 15.9 cm x W 6.3 - 6.6 cm / 307-345 g
Holds about 270 ml.
Perfect condition ★★★★★ (New old stock)
Bizen-Yaki (Okayama Prefecture) is created using the Yakishime method of firing unglazed wares at high temperatures.
Using red pine wood in the firing process beautiful natural colors and tones emerge from the clay.
Bizen clay has a high iron content which enables the pottery to retain heat or remain cool.
Bizen -Yaki reflects the Japanese artistic sensibility emphasising inner beauty and subtlety.