Onta Ware Hakeme Round Tea Cup - Dark Gray / 小鹿田焼 湯呑み 79817 Inspired by the form of

Inspired by the form of a small bamboo leaf boat (sasafune)

A culture of trust and experimentation allows this craft to remain natural

The depth of red tones and the strength of each brushstroke reveal the artist’s skill

The lids' intricate designs reflect Kyoto's playful creativity

renowned for its lineage of dedicated artisans

Onta Ware Hakeme Round Tea Cup - Dark Gray / 小鹿田焼 湯呑み 79817 Inspired by the form ofTo reach the village of Onta ware, you travel into the mountains of Hita, Oita Prefecture. Before seeing the kilns, you hear them. The soft, rhythmic sound of karausu traditional water powered wooden mills echoes through the valley as they slowly crush the local clay. It is a sound that seems to belong to the landscape itself, and a sign that you have arrived in Sarayama, the small pottery village where Onta ware has been made for around 300 years.