Hello. This is Imaya Shizukaen.
This time we will be introducing the works of Takano Shoami.
Representative works include Shozui, Kouchi, and Iro-e, and the Iro-e in particular are wonderful works that use many colors.
In addition, we also create affordable incense holders and lid rests that are suitable for seasonal tea ceremony combinations.
[First generation Shoami]
He became a disciple of Shibata Nyoami in Gojo, and at the age of 28, he became independent in Imakumano and received the title Shoami from his master.
[Second generation: Takano Shoami]
1930: First generation Shoami founded
Born in Kyoto in 1941
Graduated from Kyoto City University of Arts in 1966
Learned the trade under his teacher, the first Shoami
In 1980, he held a 50th anniversary exhibition together with the first generation.
In 1993, he became the second
Currently in production at Obaku Tosho Shoami Studio in Higashiyama, Japan.
◆ Mainly produces porcelain matcha and sencha tea utensils with blue and white porcelain, auspicious porcelain, colored porcelain, and kouchin porcelain.
◆ Obaku Potter "The studio is in Higashiyama, Kyoto"
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