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Seiji Shinogi-Bori Hasu Macchawan (青磁鎬彫蓮抹茶碗)
This is the Nabeshima ware crafted by OGUSHI, Hidenori (大串秀則).
Preserving the Nabeshima-yaki tradition, he uses the special glaze made from smashed celadon stones, which is yellowish "gemstone" mined at the Mt. Okawachi.
It turns to the clear color like the Japanese Hisui, jade green.
Height : 8.6 cm
Diameter : 12.6 cm
Clarity that seemes to be fascinated us and bright emerald green tint. The celadon is made from the ore produced by the rich nature of Mt. Okawachi.