Touan Kiln Flower Crystalline Glaze Sake Jug - Silky Blue / 京・清水焼 花結晶釉 徳利 T775-3008-CMP and a no-drip spout

and a no-drip spout

luminous blue reminiscent of ancient Egyptian faience

Bizen ware is one of Japan’s oldest ceramic traditions

and international events

the pattern and density of paint vary

Touan Kiln Flower Crystalline Glaze Sake Jug - Silky Blue / 京・清水焼 花結晶釉 徳利 T775-3008-CMP and a no-drip spoutFounded in 1922 in the historic Higashiyama Senny ji () area of Kyoto, Touan Kiln () is a respected kiln of Kyo Kiyomizu ware (), known for its refined colours, strength, and continuous pursuit of innovation. The kiln was established by Toshio Dobuchi (), originally a master Kyoto roof tile craftsman. The region surrounding Touan was historically rich in clay, and his technical skill was widely recognised even the Japanese Gallery of the Tokyo