Tokkuri & 2 ochoko Sake set 2 cups in Karatsu Kasane technique by Kotobuki

A Sake set with one carafe or Tokkuri and 2 cup or ochoko in the Karatsu kasane specific glazing technique used in Karatsu ware, a type of traditional Japanese pottery. In this technique, 2 types of glaze are applied in layers, whith the final appearance being created by how the glazes interact when fires. Originating in the late 16th century in Karatsu city, Saga Prefecture, Karatsu ware is known for its simple, rustic beauty, which aligns with the Japanese aesthetic of wabi-sabi. Made from clay with a high iron content, this traditional stoneware has a robust, earthy texture. It is highly prized in the world of the Japanese tea ceremony. Carafe 5” high Cup 1”1/2 high x 2” diameter Made in Japan by Kotobuki BNWB. NEVER USED Will be wrapped with utmost care for shipping