Moriyama Kiln - "Teno" sake cup, 2

The "Teno" Cup beautifully embodies the Japanese concept of "Teno," derived from "Te" (hand) and "Nohara" (field). The craftsman Itaru hand-dug the soil from his own backyard to create these cups, preserving the tiny pebbles, roots, and other natural elements typically discarded. When you examine the Teno Cup closely, you’ll notice the delightful tiny bubbles and shiny spots—each a testament to the natural materials used in its creation. Experience the exquisite beauty shaped by nature from Amakusa, Japan, and appreciate the artistry and craftsmanship in every sip. Enjoy the stories these unique characters tell!

Each piece is handmade by Itaru Moriyama in Amakusa, Japan. Itaru gets inspired by nature and he mixes the material from his backyard soil. Each may vary slightly in glaze and size.

• Approximate measurement:
  • A: 3 1/8" diameter x 1 5/8"H
  • B: 2 7/8" diameter x 1 5/8"H
  • C: 3 1/4" diameter x 1 1/2"H
  • D: 3 3/8" diameter x 1 1/2"H
• Capacity: 1/4 US cup
• Care instruction: hand wash recommended, not oven safe 
  

Story:
Itaru Moriyama is a young ceramicist who started his own kiln after years of experience at a legendary ceramic company in the Amakusa area in Japan. During these years, he was making more than 200-250 plates and bowls everyday. Itaru said towards the end of his career at the company, he could make more than 200 pieces of the same bowls with his eyes closed. Everyday felt like 5 mins and that was the time he thought he wanted to start his own kiln and create what he truly wanted. He mixes iron and local soils for his works.