Waraku (和楽) This is a Raku ware kiln that opened in the Bunsei era in Gion, Kyoto. Raku Ware (楽焼) Raku ware is a pottery that was born in the late Momoyama period (latter 16th century) as a tool for the tea ceremony. Raku ware was created by Chojiro, a tile craftsman, as a bowl for Sen no Rikyu, a master of the tea ceremony, to embody wabicha. Raku-yaki is said to have originated in Juraku-yaki, which was fired using the clay excavated from the ground of Jurakudai. Raku ware, which was developed as a tool for the tea ceremony, is a pottery with strong spirituality. Eliminate decorations as much as possible and compete only with molding and glaze. In addition, the policy of “One and Only” is strongly rooted, and in many of the production processes, there are processes that cannot be mass-produced. At the tea ceremony, Raku ware tea bowls are treated differently from other tea bowls and have been treated as very important utensils. Kuroraku and Akaraku are typical tea bowl of Raku. Condition* In very good condition. There are pain and stains due to aged deterioration,but no problem with functionality. Please use zoom to inspect all pictures closely for the cosmetic condition. This item is sold as a collectible, decor and not intended for daily use. Shipping* We will send items from yabai artworks Japan. FedEx International Priority DHL WORLD WIDE UPS Worldwide Saver Import duties* taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying. Thank you for your understanding.