Grand Cup / Urushi Mirror Finish / Large

Product Description : Why is it so EXPENSIVE?

Product Story

General Product Information

The Obsidian Mirror Cup — A Symphony of Reflection

Experience a breathtaking fusion of traditional craftsmanship and playful design with this premium porcelain cup. The deep, obsidian-black surface is meticulously finished to a flawless, mirror-like gloss. This intentional canvas is designed to capture and reflect the intricate patterns of its accompanying saucer, bringing the hidden details of the artwork to life upon the cup’s exterior as you lift it. Complete with a gracefully detailed handle that serves as an exquisite accent, this cup transforms every sip into an interactive visual masterpiece.

Note: Each piece is meticulously hand-painted, one by one, by our master craftspeople, ensuring your item is truly a one-of-a-kind treasure.

 Product History

When did these crafts start to craft?：400 years ago / 1600AD / Edo period in Japan

Kyo-ware and Kiyomizu-ware are ceramics produced in Kyoto. The difference between these two is the Kyo-ware refers to the whole ceramics produced in Kyoto, while Kiyomizu-ware refers to the ceramics in Kiyomizu area. In the early Edo period (1600s), main production was tea ceremony utensils. While mechanization has spread to other production centers as time has progressed, Kyo-ware and Kiyomizu-ware is that they are still made by hand. One of the characteristics of Kyoy-ware and Kiyomizu-ware is that many avant-garde artists have emerged, creating a variety of works that cannot be lumped together. There is no set style, and the free style boosted the popularity among the masses.

Craftsman Story

Craftsman Profile

Studio Kizawa — The Art of Living through Kyoto Craftsmanship

Established in 2011 by a visionary Kyoto-based artisan, Kizawa is a contemporary lineage of Kyo-yaki and Kiyomizu-yaki pottery that breathes new life into ancient techniques. Deeply rooted in the cultural epicenter of Kyoto, the artist graduated from the Kyoto Traditional Arts Excellence College, perfecting the masterful precision of intricate overglaze hand-painting.

 

Craftsman Passion

"Creating art that people can used in their daily lives."

Chopstick rests can be used at the dinner table, cups and saucers can be used for tea or for side dishes.
Each piece is drawn not only to show beautiful art, but also to have the user find joy in using the piece in their daily life.
If the user finds a new purpose for the piece that strays from convention, the piece itself will surely also find happiness.

The creations are not only about visuals such as color and form. Beyond the patterns and luster of the piece is KIZAWA’s wish for the user’s happiness, which is the true value of these works of art.

Amidst the current society overflowing with material goods, I wish each user to enjoy their “only one in the world” creation, to spread that joy in times of happiness, and to be healed in times of sadness.

I will continue to create one-of-a-kind pieces of art that will become a part of your unique life.

 

Your Contribution to Craftsman

Customer Voice

Due to the market structure (link for full articles are attached bottom), craftsman have not known who the customer is and how customer reacts to their work. We made a “Message to Craftsman” box at purchase page. We will deliver all message to every craftsman. Our review will be also shared to craftsman so please leave your comment and evaluation on review section!

Income for Craftsman: Craftsman get only less than 10% of selling price?

As written above, craftsman have not controlled last phase of sales channel that resulting in selling price is set by third-party without craftsman’s recognition. There are some cases that only less than 10% of selling price is given to craftsman. We promise with our customer / craftsman that we offer the fair trade with craftsmen in our contract!

We made an article about above problem and our challenge. Please have a read from below link.
Current state of the Crafts Market / Benefits brought by Suigenkyo

Kintsugi Insurance Service：Eternal Product Life

What is Kintsugi: Explanation and PICTURE

Kintsugi is one of the traditional skills in Japan repairing broken ceramics or glass. Broken part will be mended with lacquer and the product will get more beautiful look with covering gold/silver on the area of breakage.

Cost for Kintsugi Insurance

Our selling price includes Kintsugi Insurance (Only in the case of kintsugi available products such as Ceramics). Once our products are broken, please let us know and send it to Japan. Your product will be back to your home with upgrading beautiful outlook!

Delivery Fee

Although Kintsugi itself is free as an insurance service, delivery fee will be owned by customers each time. However, it will worth using this kintsugi service since the story between you and products will continue!

Measurement

Width：10cm
Depth：7.7cm
Height：7.5cm
Weight：130g

Material & Caution

Materials

Clay

 

Caution

Individual Difference

Each piece is handmade, so there are individual differences even in the same series. We hope that you will understand the change by handmade.

Delivery Date

Please note that it will take about 2 months for delivery if we do not have the item in stock.