Accessories: Box, paulownia wood with white paper label, transmission certificate, Akahoshi family
Dimensions
Height: 8.2–8.5 cm, mouth diameter: 12.3–12.5 cm, foot diameter: 6.1 cm, same height: 0.5 cm, weight: 516 g
The clay used for this tea bowl is Hyakuso clay, which is coarse-grained. Therefore, the tea stays warm for a long time. The glaze is snow-white with a subtle reddish hue.
I have had the opportunity to drink tea from this bowl on several occasions, and I have also actually used it to prepare tea. I recall it being easy to prepare tea in and pleasant to drink from.
This tea bowl is part of the same series as “Umehana-bai” and “Hagoromo,” or may have been fired in the same kiln. The inscription reads “Hirosawa,” likely named after the historic Hirosawa Pond in the western part of Kyoto, evoking its spacious and serene atmosphere.
The highlight of this tea bowl is its straightforward, double-layered foot. The craftsmanship is remarkable for its use of the potter’s wheel without any additional tools, yet it retains a refined elegance. Additionally, it features the characteristic Shino-style pits and stone-like textures, giving it a rustic charm.
