A fine Bizen ware sake bottle (tokkuri) by Kunihiko Takahara, a ceramic artist based in Bizen, Okayama Prefecture, Japan. This piece shows the natural beauty of traditional Bizen firing, with warm reddish-brown tones, subtle ash effects, and a rich surface texture created through high-temperature wood firing. The well-balanced form and tactile clay body make it suitable both as a functional sake vessel and as a display piece. The bottle is accompanied by its original wooden storage box (tomobako), cloth, and an artist biography leaflet, confirming the authorship. Dimensions: Height 23 cm, width 11 cm. A genuine example of contemporary Bizen ware rooted in classical techniques. Condition (English) Good. No cracks or repairs. Minor natural kiln marks and surface variations consistent with traditional Bizen ware and age. Please refer to the photos for details. Shipping (English) Carefully packed and shipped from Japan with tracking. ※Important Information – Please Read Before Bidding※ Customs duties, VAT, and import clearance fees are not included in the shipping cost and are the responsibility of the buyer. These charges vary depending on your country’s import regulations and are beyond the seller’s control. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. All items are carefully packed and promptly shipped with tracking to ensure safe delivery. Please bid with confidence.