ISHII YOSHIHISA powder tea and are selected by the

and are selected by the skilled tea masters of Koga Cha Gyo in Yame

its name is a nod to its place of birth

First flush 2026

This cup is made following Kinrande Ko-imari style

you are greeted by a delicate almond-like fragrance

ISHII YOSHIHISA powder tea and are selected by theDescription The name of this cup, 'shinogi', refers to a pattern similar to the lines called "Shinogi" found on Japanese swords. Even though it is made in clay, this cup was designed in the image of the white porcelain of the Joseon Dynasty. Handmade by potter master Ishii san at the Yoshi Hisagama kiln in Karatsu, this cup follows the 80 20 principle celebrated in Japan: any pottery is 80% the creation of the potter master, and 20% how its owner uses