{"product_id":"sangiri-bizen-beer-mugs","title":"Sangiri Bizen Ware Beer Mug Set by Hozan (11 fl.oz\/320ml)","description":"\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis authentic Bizen ware beer mug set features two handcrafted beer mugs in a custom-made wooden box, signed by the artist making it the perfect gift for beer lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBizen ware is one of the most remarkable Japanese pottery. Usually not glazed, \u003cem\u003eBizen-yaki\u003c\/em\u003e has a \u003cstrong\u003enatural\u003c\/strong\u003e appearance. The rusticity of \u003cem\u003eBizen-yaki\u003c\/em\u003e has been appreciated for centuries for its \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ewabi sabi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e nature: unique, austere, imperfect, gaining charm and beauty with time and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe enigmatic decor of this \u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003ebeer mug set is named \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003esangiri \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e桟切り\u003cspan\u003e) and is a distinctive feature of \u003cem\u003eBizen-yaki\u003c\/em\u003e. During reduction firing, the flow of air may be obstructed, and the embers fall on the pottery. The chemical reaction between the iron contained in the clay and the carbon from the embers give birth to exquisite natural glaze nuances, from gunmetal grey to blue, and even white. It is said that the iron contained in Bizen clay \u003cstrong\u003eenhances the aroma and taste of beer\u003c\/strong\u003eso enjoy the satisfying flavor along with the intricate craftsmanship of the beer mug set. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose Beer Mugs from\u003c\/span\u003eBizen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBizen-yaki\u003c\/em\u003e (備前焼) is a type of pottery created in the city of Bizen, in Okayama prefecture. Bizen is one of\u003cstrong\u003e Japan's Six Ancient Kilns \u003c\/strong\u003eand the development of these kilns and techniques have been carefully preserved, representing a vital contribution to Japan’s traditional arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the 16\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century, \u003cem\u003eBizen-yaki\u003c\/em\u003e gained the favor of Sen no Rikyu, the famous master of the tea ceremony, for its \u003cem\u003ewabi-sabi\u003c\/em\u003e aesthetics. This notion of \u003cem\u003ewabi-sabi\u003c\/em\u003e is a key concept in Japanese sensibility: \u003cstrong\u003ethe appreciation of the ephemeral beauty of an imperfect object\u003c\/strong\u003e, which becomes more beautiful as time passes, and consequently acquires its own charm and an untranslatable idea of serenity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorking with Bizen clay requires master craftsmanship to shape the wares and position them expertly inside the \u003cem\u003eanagama\u003c\/em\u003e climbing kiln. During the long wood-firing process, the artisans don’t touch the wares, so it takes years of experience to know how to place the ceramics in the kiln to achieve the greatest outcome. The final appearance of each piece is not entirely predictable, making every dish or teacup \u003cstrong\u003ewholly original and unique\u003c\/strong\u003e. Making Bizen pottery is so arduous that most kilns only do a firing once or twice a year, or even less.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beer mug set is handcrafted by ceramic artist Toshiaki Mori at the \u003cstrong\u003eHozan Kiln\u003c\/strong\u003e in the town of Bizen. A direct descendant from the six \u003cem\u003eBizen-yaki\u003c\/em\u003e potter families, Mori-san is the \u003cstrong\u003e19\u003csup\u003eth \u003c\/sup\u003e generation master artisan\u003c\/strong\u003e, who not only was selected and received awards at various national ceramics exhibitions, but also exhibited his works internationally, in the USA, UK, and Taiwan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaring For Your Bizen Ware Beer Mugs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter use, the beer mugs set should be rinsed thoroughly with hot water, which will help them to dry faster. To preserve the delicate surface of the beer mugs, do not wash them in the dishwasher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeer mug set, comprising two ceramic beer cups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree gift-wrapping\u003c\/strong\u003e in Japanese furoshiki cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes custom-made wooden box, signed by the artist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSangiri technique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs each handmade product is unique, there will be differences in size, color, and pattern from the photographs above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCup size: Ø3” (8cm), height 4¼” (11cm), capacity 11 fl.oz (320ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct code: 93904SG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Japan Objects Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43636974027034,"sku":"93904SG","price":142.02,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2424\/2829\/products\/93904SG-Sangiri-Beer-Mugs-with-Box.jpg?v=1761901002","url":"https:\/\/japanobjecsv.com\/products\/sangiri-bizen-beer-mugs","provider":"Japan Objects Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}