{"product_id":"japanese-houhin-teapot-konishi-tozo-hidasuki-bizen-yaki-bizen-ware-teapot-250ml","title":"Bizen-Yaki Dragon Carved Hidasuki Houhin - Konishi Tozo - 250ml","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"291\"\u003eThis sculptural Japanese houhin teapot is a one-of-a-kind work by Konishi Tozo, one of the most respected contemporary artists working in the Bizen tradition. Each of his pieces is conceived as an individual work of art rather than a repeated form, shaped and fired as a singular expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"293\" data-end=\"699\"\u003eThis piece was fired using the hidasuki technique, a classic Bizen method in which rice straw is wrapped around the vessel before being placed in a traditional wood kiln. During firing, the straw burns away and reacts with the clay, producing natural reddish-orange markings against the pale, earthy surface. These patterns are created entirely by flame, ash, and kiln placement, and can never be repeated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003eThis Japanese teapot features a richly modeled body with raised relief carving, a finely sculpted dragon lid finial, and a tripod-footed base that gives the piece both presence and stability. The surface invites close inspection, textured, uneven, and alive with detail while remaining fully functional and intended for tea preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003eUnglazed and wood-fired for two weeks using traditional yakishime methods, the clay retains its natural character. With use, the surface will gradually deepen and develop a patina, recording time, handling, and tea in a way unique to Bizen ware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1616\"\u003eA houhin is traditionally used for brewing high-grade Japanese green teas such as gyokuro and kabusecha, allowing careful control of temperature and flow. Houhins also work well with Chinese oolongs. This piece balances sculptural presence with thoughtful functionality, making it suitable for both dedicated tea practice and display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1616\"\u003eA true one-of-one functional artwork, made to be used slowly, lived with, and appreciated over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1723\"\u003eThe teapot comes with its original signed wooden box and documentation, confirming authorship and origin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1725\" data-end=\"1736\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1725\" data-end=\"1736\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1738\" data-end=\"2088\"\u003eOrigin: Bizen, Okayama, Japan\u003cbr data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1770\"\u003eArtist: Konishi Tozo\u003cbr data-start=\"1790\" data-end=\"1793\"\u003eCapacity: 250 ml\u003cbr data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003eStyle: Hidasuki\u003cbr data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1830\"\u003eMaterial: Natural Bizen clay, unglazed\u003cbr data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003eTechnique: Traditional wood kiln (yakishime)\u003cbr data-start=\"1912\" data-end=\"1915\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eForm: Sculptural houhin with carved dragon lid and raised relief\u003cbr data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"1982\"\u003eIncludes: Signed wooden box and documents\u003cbr data-start=\"2020\" data-end=\"2023\"\u003eUse: Gyokuro, sencha, fine Japanese green teas, Chinese oolongs\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Artisanal Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44560804348019,"sku":null,"price":1160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/2286\/4755\/files\/HouhinTeapot_HidasukiBizen-Yaki_BizenWare-KonishiTozo_f41bb58c-39a3-49c4-a434-980a5648cbbc.png?v=1777405149","url":"https:\/\/artisanaljapan.com\/products\/japanese-houhin-teapot-konishi-tozo-hidasuki-bizen-yaki-bizen-ware-teapot-250ml","provider":"Artisanal Japan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}