Sangiri and Goma Beer Cup Pair MAKER_Kakinuma Ningyo it is hammered into shape

it is hammered into shape using the hammering technique called tsuiki

These ochoko sake cups capture the light of the changing seasons

and can comfortably hold large Donabe clay pots and large pans

It’s also ideal for serving noodle dishes like udon or soba

Sangiri and Goma Beer Cup Pair MAKER_Kakinuma Ningyo it is hammered into shapeThis is a pair of Bizen ware beer cups with patterns called "sangiri" and goma. The coarse texture, exquisite colors and patterns produced by the kiln's flames is a remarkable example of Bizen ware, "the art of clay and fire." The "san" in sangiri refers to the wall inside the kiln. The work placed on the side of the wall where ash tends to accumulate is covered with ash from the pine wood, and the part of the work not directly exposed to the fire