Bizen Vase #12Yoko Koyama is an up and coming artist who specializes in Bizen pottery, with a focus on teaware and Shizen Nerikomi. She has mastered the art of Shizen Nerikomi, or natural marble, under the tutelage of Master Fumio Kawabata. Her forms are free flowing, and the texture of her clay is like Washi paper. Artist: Yoko Koyama Origin: Made in Okayama, Japan Note: No box is available. Please check the size and capacity as items are smaller than they appear.

warm (104-140°F) and humid environment

and the finish gives it a soft

Detailed with a dark wood knob on the lid and a handle wrapped in bamboo skin

resulting in a distinct aroma of Osmanthus

Kota Tanaka

this bitterness transforms into something quite pleasant to drink with a long

using the smallest burner

Hand-signed wooden paulownia box with stamped cotton wrapping cloth

The translucent pieces allow the rich color of brewed tea to shine through

Trees that are several hundred years old are labeled as Kings

and mellow flavor

and soil acidity—are ideal for growing tea trees