{"product_id":"bizen-sake-cup-by-yu-fujiwara","title":"Yu Fujiwara - Bizen Sake Cup","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eAn unrepeatable masterpiece of history. A living piece of earth sculpted by a deceased titan of Japanese ceramic art.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e[The Story: The Lost Legend]\u003c\/b\u003e This is not merely a vessel; it is a finite, irreversible piece of art history. Crafted by Yu Fujiwara (1932–2001), who was designated as a \"Living National Treasure\" (Important Intangible Cultural Property) by the Japanese government in 1996. Since his passing in 2001, the world has been permanently capped from receiving any new creations by his hands. To own this cup is to possess a relic of a golden era—an absolute scarce asset that can never be replicated, forged, or increased in number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e[The Art of Earth: Warmth and Abundance]\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike the sharp, aggressive forms often seen in pottery, Yu Fujiwara’s work is celebrated for its deep \"warmth, roundness, and earthy abundance.\" He believed that pottery should embrace the human hand. This sake cup fits perfectly into your palm, radiating the primal energy of the unglazed clay. The subtle hues and earthy tones are the results of a fierce battle between the fire and the earth inside the kiln, showcasing the profound beauty of \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"489\"\u003eWabi-Sabi\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e[Functional Animism: The Living Vessel]\u003c\/b\u003e Bizen ware uses zero artificial glazes. The microscopic pores of the native clay remain open and continue to \"breathe.\" When you pour sake, spirits, or water into this cup, the raw minerals subtly purify the liquid, rounding off any harsh textures and elevating the inherent flavor profiles. Furthermore, through years of cherish and use, the texture will transform—absorbing the natural oils of your skin and your drinks to develop a rich, glossy finish known as \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"504\"\u003ePatina\u003c\/i\u003e. This is a vessel that evolves with your life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e[The Sanctuary: Tomobako (The Wooden Box)]\u003c\/b\u003e This masterwork arrives in its original, pristine condition, safely housed inside its \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"129\"\u003eTomobako\u003c\/i\u003e (custom paulownia wooden box) and accompanied by the artisan's pamphlet (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"211\"\u003eShiori\u003c\/i\u003e). In the high-end world of Japanese antiques, the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"268\"\u003eTomobako\u003c\/i\u003e is the \"sanctuary of the object.\" It bears the genuine handwritten signature and seal of Yu Fujiwara himself, acting as the ultimate, indisputable certificate of authenticity. Unlocking the ribbon of this box is a ritual of inheritance, passing the soul of the grandmaster directly into your custody.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e[Specifications]\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtisan:\u003c\/b\u003e Yu Fujiwara (Designated Living National Treasure)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Bizen Ware Sake Cup (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"28\"\u003eSake-hai\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: \u003c\/strong\u003eHeight: 5.0 cm, Diameter: 6.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Approx. standard palm-size sake cup (Mint condition)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInclusions:\u003c\/b\u003e Original Hand-Signed Wooden Box (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"45\"\u003eTomobako\u003c\/i\u003e), Artisan Pamphlet (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"74\"\u003eShiori\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/b\u003e Strictly 1 of 1 (Non-reproducible)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SOU WORLD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52518778831124,"sku":null,"price":45000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/4334\/0564\/files\/S__34488323_0.jpg?v=1779166769","url":"https:\/\/souworldjapan.com\/fr\/products\/bizen-sake-cup-by-yu-fujiwara","provider":"SOU WORLD","version":"1.0","type":"link"}