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Characterized by its compact, rounded body and graceful proportions, the Bunrin form has been admired for centuries and is closely associated with the tradition of fine ceramic tea caddies for koicha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name \u003cem\u003eBunrin\u003c\/em\u003e is traditionally associated with the shape of a fruit, and the form is appreciated for its full, softly rounded silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is an \u003cstrong\u003eutsushi (写)\u003c\/strong\u003e, a carefully made interpretation of an established historical model. Utsushi holds an important place in the Japanese tea tradition: rather than being understood simply as a “copy,” it reflects the study and continuation of admired historical forms, glazes, and aesthetics through later generations of craftspeople.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIwaki Bunrin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cha-ire takes its inspiration from the \u003cstrong\u003eIwaki Bunrin (岩城文琳)\u003c\/strong\u003e, a historically recognized Bunrin-style tea caddy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy recreating the character of this celebrated model, Ryuki Kiln allows the form and aesthetic of a classical cha-ire to be appreciated and used within contemporary Chanoyu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beauty of the piece lies in the relationship between its rounded Bunrin form, ceramic surface, glaze, and firing. Subtle variations in tone and texture give the cha-ire depth and individuality, particularly when viewed closely in the intimate setting of the tea room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003echa-ire\u003c\/strong\u003e is traditionally used to hold matcha for the preparation of \u003cstrong\u003ekoicha (thick tea)\u003c\/strong\u003e and is treated as an important utensil within a formal tea setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its connection to a historical model and its classical Bunrin form, this Iwaki Bunrin Utsushi is a distinguished choice for \u003cstrong\u003ekoicha, chakai, and formal Chanoyu\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as for collectors interested in the history and tradition of Japanese tea ceramics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKiln: Ryuki Kiln (龍喜窯)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eName: Iwaki Bunrin Utsushi (岩城文琳写)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eType: Cha-ire (茶入)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForm: Bunrin (文琳)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eType of Work: Utsushi (写)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse: Koicha \/ Thick Tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJapanese Tea Utensil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Ryuki Kiln\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRyuki Kiln is a Japanese pottery studio led by ceramic artists Satoshi Imajo and Miho Imajo. In 1994, Satoshi Imajo was granted the kiln name \"Ryuki Kiln\" by Rev. Kanshu Tsutsui of Ryōshōin Temple at Tōdai-ji in Nara. After establishing the kiln in Nara, the studio relocated to Sagano, Kyoto, where the artists continue to create their works today. Ryuki Kiln is best known for crafting traditional Japanese tea ceremony utensils, including \u003cem\u003echaire\u003c\/em\u003e (tea caddies) inspired by celebrated historical masterpieces and finely handcrafted \u003cem\u003ematcha\u003c\/em\u003e bowls. 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