Shoraku Aka Raku Chawan “Sennen no Midori” – Hakogaki by Taigen

This Aka Raku (Red Raku) matcha chawan was crafted by Sasaki Shoraku (佐々木松楽) in Kyoto and bears the poetic name “Sennen no Midori” (千年翠).

The accompanying wooden box features a hakogaki (箱書) by Taigen (太玄), giving the bowl its name, Sennen no Midori.

千年翠 (Sennen no Midori) evokes the image of everlasting greenery that remains unchanged for a thousand years. In the context of Zen and Chanoyu, the expression suggests enduring vitality, constancy, and timeless beauty.

The warm, earthy character of Aka Raku, together with this auspicious and contemplative name, makes the chawan particularly suitable for New Year, Hatsugama, celebratory tea gatherings, and formal Chanoyu occasions.

Details

• Artist: Sasaki Shoraku (佐々木松楽)

• Ware: Aka Raku / Red Raku

• Name: Sennen no Midori (千年翠)

• Hakogaki: Taigen (太玄)

• Includes signed wooden storage box

• Made in Kyoto, Japan

• For Chanoyu / Japanese tea ceremony