This stunning yunomi teacup features clay Makino-san dug himself in Toyokita-cho, Shimonoseki City. The beautiful pattern was created by a technique called hidasuki, which is the mark left by wrapping rice straw around the vessel before firing it. The rice straw reacts with the ash in the kiln, leaving the deep brown lines. 

While the majority of Makino-san's beautiful work is traditional Hagi yaki, he occasionally delves into other Japanese ceramic styles. This is a wonderful example of his work outside of Hagi yaki. 

This piece is a completely unique piece by Masanori Makino. 

Capacity: 160ml
Diameter: 70ml
Height: 85mm