A One-of-a-Kind Mug Born from Fired Clay

The "SB/mug cup" by Tomokazu Kawasumi (Kasama ware) is a unique design by Kawasumi, crafted with a combination of crackle technique and a brown color. "Sand" refers to the color of the Kasama clay itself, reminiscent of the earth, while "Bark" refers to the torn wood-grain pattern from which the series gets its name.

※Each item is unique, so please be aware that patterns may vary slightly from piece to piece.

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1996 Born in Hokota City, Ibaraki Prefecture
2019 Graduated from Kyoto University of Art and Design, Faculty of Arts and Crafts, Department of Traditional Crafts, Ceramics Course
2021 After graduating from the Ibaraki Prefectural Kasama College of Ceramic Art, Department of Ceramics, trained at the prestigious Kasama ware kiln "Otsu Koyo"
2023 Established his own studio and unique pottery style in Kasama City, Ibaraki Prefecture.

Currently, he is a wonderful artist who balances pottery creation with social contribution, including exhibiting his works at charity auctions.

Characteristics of Tomokazu Kawasumi's Works

Tomokazu Kawasumi's ceramics are characterized by the unique texture created by the warmth of Kasama clay and metallic glazes. The surface of his works reveals natural patterns that emerge during firing, showcasing a variety of expressions depending on the viewing angle and lighting.

Also, the series with textures that are hard to believe they were born from clay are captivating. The "Rock Bark" series evokes the texture of rock faces and tree bark by meticulously carving the clay and firing it with a burner, while the "Zebra" series features black and white reminiscent of a zebra. The world embedded in these series names is also uniquely Tomokazu Kawasumi's. Names are concepts. Concepts are worldviews. Each individual work embodies a philosophy.