Bizen Yohen Pitcher #71Sohei Takashima is a talented, young ceramicist who was the apprentice under the guidance of legendary potter and National Living Treasure, Isezaki Jun. Despite his young age, Takashima's unique style has already earned him recognition, including the top prize in the "Tea Ceramic" category at the Japan Ceramic Association Contemporary Ceramic Art Exhibition. His passion for pottery was ignited during his university years, when he was captivated by the

The Tea Dealers Collection results from decades of working with tea and is suitable for beginners and professionals

which originated in central China

A Chinese-style water kettle and furnace designed to maintain temperature using a candle or alcohol burner

and complexity - all without frequent polishing as with silver

sophisticated design

His style is notably more detailed compared to Nakagawa’s bold aesthetic

Unlike the more prevalent Zini (purple clay)

caramel creaminess

It pairs best with Green Tea and Light Oolongs

Named for its vivid vermilion hue resembling the robes of imperial officials

This setting encourages natural microbial fermentation

refreshing