Rounded Cup | Jun Takagi Bizen ware

Earthen Warmth that Fits in Your Palm: Bizen ware round cups by Jun Takagi.

Bizen ware, an art born from the rich soil and flames of Okayama Prefecture, is one of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns. Crafted by artist Jun Takagi, these charmingly rounded cups combine the rustic strength unique to unglazed pottery with a gentleness that blends seamlessly into modern life.

01. Thoughtfully Designed Roundness for a Perfect Fit in Your Hand

The curves that fit perfectly in your hand transform your tea time into a more relaxing experience. The thoughtfully designed appearance makes it appealing even for those new to Bizen ware.

02. Versatile Multi-Use: For Tea, Cafe au Lait, and More

This versatile cup is perfect not only for tea but also as a small cafe au lait cup or for enjoying cold sake. The fine pores within Bizen ware are said to mellow the taste of beverages, and it also boasts excellent heat retention and insulation properties.

03. A Unique Bizen Ware Landscape Woven by One-of-a-Kind Kiln Marks

Bizen ware's distinctive patterns are created without glaze, through the movement of the flames and the way ash settles. These cups exhibit the delicate changes in "hi-iro" (fire color) characteristic of Jun Takagi's work. With use, the surface becomes smoother, developing a unique color specific to its owner.