Item Description This is an exquisite set of traditional Hagi ware ceramics for tea ceremony, presented in an elegant wooden display box. The set comprises eight pieces: six small yunomi tea cups, one chawan tea bowl, and one kyusu teapot with lid, all showcasing the authentic characteristics of Hagi ware pottery. Hagi ware, one of Japan's most celebrated ceramic traditions, is renowned for its rustic charm and unique aesthetic qualities. This collection exemplifies the classic features that have made Hagi ware treasured by tea ceremony practitioners for centuries, embodying the saying "Ichi-Raku, Ni-Hagi, San-Karatsu" (first Raku, second Hagi, third Karatsu). Each piece in this set exhibits the distinctive crackled glaze known as "kannyu" (貫入), fine hairline cracks in the glaze that are a hallmark of authentic Hagi ware. The porous nature of the clay allows for the phenomenon known as "Hagi no nanabake" (萩の七化け - the seven transformations of Hagi), where the vessels gradually change color and develop deeper character through repeated use as tea penetrates the clay body. The pieces display the soft, warm beige tones interspersed with natural gray and brown speckles, characteristic of Hagi clay from Yamaguchi Prefecture. The six yunomi cups feature the traditional pedestal foot (kodai) with visible raw clay at the base, showcasing the natural iron-rich color. The chawan tea bowl demonstrates the gentle, organic form favored in tea ceremony, while the kyusu teapot with its fitted lid completes this harmonious ensemble. All pieces are housed in a custom-made wooden box with compartments, designed to protect and display each item. The rustic, unglazed finish on the foot rings and the tactile surface texture reflect the wabi-sabi aesthetic central to Japanese tea culture - finding beauty in imperfection, transience, and simplicity. This set would be ideal for those who appreciate authentic Japanese ceramics, tea ceremony enthusiasts, or collectors of traditional pottery. The pieces show natural aging characteristics that add to their character and authenticity, while remaining fully functional for daily tea enjoyment or ceremonial use. Size Largest piece: Height: 8 cm Width: 10 cm Depth: 8 cm Weight Total weight: 700 g Condition This Hagi ware tea ceremony set exhibits authentic characteristics consistent with traditional Japanese tea ceramics. The pieces show natural surface variations, crackling in the glaze (kannyu), and subtle color changes, all of which are considered desirable features in Hagi ware that enhance its aesthetic value. NOTICE: The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend on the situation. It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. I appreciate your cooperation.