Kato Shozan Mino-ware Chawan Tamura Goro chawan and the rim features Aohibi

and the rim features Aohibi crackled glaze

and he designs pieces that harmonize with what is being served going beyond their utilitarian role

It comes in two varieties: Shiro Satsuma-ware (white or ivory coloured) and Kuro Satsuma-ware (black or brown)

and the clay is highly refined despite being rich in iron and dark in colour

Kato Shozan Mino-ware Chawan Tamura Goro chawan and the rim features Aohibi*SHIPPING OPTIONS VARY DEPENDING ON THE DESTINATION, PLEASE SCROLL TO THE END OF THIS LISTING FOR MORE DETAILS. This listing is for a very modest Mino ware chawan made around 20 years ago by Kato Shozan. It is wheel thrown and glazed various shades of brown, making it beautifully suited to autumn. It has a nice deep shape and a slightly flared rim, and it is a relatively thin walled and lightweight piece. The signature of the potter can be found on