{"title":"Shimizu Jun","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eShimizu Jun is a Banko-yaki ceramic artist from Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, and the son of renowned Banko-yaki master Shimizu Suigetsu III.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRaised within one of Banko-yaki’s most respected artistic lineages, he developed his craft in an environment shaped by teapot making, discipline, and a deep respect for ceramic tradition. His work carries that inheritance forward while expressing a refined and individual voice of its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRooted in the traditions of Banko-yaki, Shimizu Jun’s ceramics are marked by balance, sensitivity, and quiet originality. They reflect both the strength of lineage and the presence of a contemporary hand, bringing together craftsmanship, material beauty, and personal expression.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"yunomi-teacup-handmade-banko-yaki-pair-shimizu-jun-180ml-copy","title":"Yunomi Teacup, Banko-Yaki, Pair - Shimizu Jun - 180ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis tea cup is made by Shimizu Jun, son of the legendary Shimizu Suigetsu III and a successor to the celebrated Suigetsu lineage of Banko-yaki in Mie, Japan. Crafted from Shidei (purple clay), it has a calm, natural surface with subtle depth and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cranes are expressed through soft tonal variation in the clay, a result of the Suigetsu family's signature sandblasting technique which creates natural changes in the color of the clay. Some cranes are hand-painted using real gold, adding a gentle, luminous highlight that catches the light beautifully. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComfortable to hold and quietly elegant, this cup brings both refined craftsmanship and a warm, everyday usability to the tea table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 180ml\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Banko Yaki Purple Shidei Clay\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Mie, Japan\u003cbr\u003eArtist: Shimizu Jun\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Artisanal Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44781138280563,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/2286\/4755\/files\/JapaneseYunomiTeacup-ShimizuJun-HandmadeBanko-YakiJapaneseTeaCup_2_c3e9575f-d81c-4384-86fa-5ab652d26809.png?v=1777405262"},{"product_id":"yunomi-teacup-handmade-banko-yaki-pair-shimizu-jun-80ml","title":"Yunomi Teacup, Banko-Yaki, Pair - Suigetsu Kiln - 80ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis pair of Banko-yaki yunomi teacups is crafted by the Suigetsu kiln, specifically Shimizu Jun, a contemporary ceramic artist and the son of Suigetsu III, one of the most respected names in modern Banko ware. Made in Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, these cups represent a quiet continuation of lineage through material, technique, and restraint rather than ornament or excess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface design is sandblasted and carved directly into the clay, not painted or glazed. Flowing lines and maple-leaf motifs are revealed by removing material, creating a subtle contrast between matte and smooth surfaces. The decoration is permanent, tactile, and inseparable from the form itself, a technique that rewards close viewing and daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFired to a deep charcoal-brown tone characteristic of high-quality Banko clay, these cups feel grounded and balanced in the hand. The thin rim and gently rounded interior allow tea to open aromatically while maintaining heat, making them especially well-suited for sencha, gyokuro, and high-grade Japanese green teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach cup is wheel-thrown, individually finished, and slightly unique. Together, they form a harmonious pair intended for shared tea sessions or thoughtful gifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetails\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKiln \/ Artist: Suigetsu Kin Shimizu Jun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWare: Banko-yaki\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnique: Sandblasted \u0026amp; carved (unpainted, unglazed decoration)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish: Natural dark clay, matte to satin surface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuantity: Set of 2 yunomi teacups\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Artisanal Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44783456944243,"sku":null,"price":108.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/2286\/4755\/files\/test_33.png?v=1779125755"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/2286\/4755\/collections\/JapaneseKyusuTeaSet_ShimizuSuigetsuII_AntiqueBanko-YakiTeapotset300ml_4.png?v=1777328335","url":"https:\/\/artisanaljapan.com\/collections\/katayama-hakusan-copy.oembed","provider":"Artisanal Japan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}