A unique Karatsu Chawan featuring a Kataguchi (pouring spout looking) design. Karatsu ware is known for its simple, Wabi-Sabi beauty that utilizes the natural texture of the clay. The charming, milky flow of the glaze, resembling mixed coffee and milk, reflects the dependable hand-craftsmanship of Yuhei Nakamura.

• Made in: Saga, Japan
• Craftsmanship: Handmade one by one
• Pottery Type: Karatsu Ware
• Kiln: Nakayama Yuhei
• Dimensions: Approx. 12.2cm (D) x 7.7cm (H)

The Prestige of "Ichi-Raku, Ni-Hagi, San-Karatsu" and Wabi-Sabi

Karatsu ware is ranked as one of the most prestigious Japanese potteries, famously known as "Ichi (First) Raku, Ni (Second) Hagi, San (Third) Karatsu."
The defining characteristic of Karatsu ware is its embodiment of the "Wabi-Sabi" spirit: a raw, simple beauty that rejects excessive decoration and emphasizes the organic texture of the clay. This Chosen Karatsu style is particularly charming, as the fluid mix of black and white glazes creates a rustic yet lovable aesthetic.