Ishida Kazuya Cup 160 ml

Stoneware, wood-fired

7.4 cm (H) x 8.5 cm (W)

This cup by Ishida Kazuya is crafted using the raho technique, a method in which differently colored layers of clay are built up and then turned. The turning process brings out the natural transitions between the layers on the surface, creating characteristic circumferential lines—an effect reminiscent of geological strata that makes each piece unique.

On this cup, the soft horizontal bands create a surface reminiscent of Jupiter’s atmospheric banding—organic, serene, and dynamic all at once. The rounded, slightly closed form fits comfortably in the hand, while the unglazed surface makes the earthy texture of the clay tangible. A distinctive piece that impressively showcases Ishida Kazuya’s sensitivity to material, rhythm, and subtle textures. This cup comes in a hand-signed wooden box (tomobako).