Sumu Woven Water Container MAKER_Kakinuma Ningyo tracing the outline of the

tracing the outline of the floral form—an alignment that speaks to a craftsperson who has devoted years specifically to making teapots

Each side has a different color

This set of five small kobachi bowls features colorful patterns painted by artisans of Ginshu Kiln

"San" hints at the kiln's wall

Sumu Woven Water Container MAKER_Kakinuma Ningyo tracing the outline of theThis glass vessel by artist Takeoka Kensuke is a mizusashi, or water container for the Japanese tea ceremony. Mizusashi plays a quiet yet essential role in holding fresh water and sustaining the rhythm of the tea ritual. The name Sumu comes from the Japanese for clear, pure, and lucid, evoking a sense of mental freshness and calm clarity. Drawing inspiration from the presence of traditional Japanese bamboo baskets, this piece explores the idea of