Sakamoto Takeshi
Born: Neyagawa city, Osaka prefecture, 1973
Based: Sakai city, Osaka prefecture
Kiln: Tatsumigama (tatsumi kiln)

A very humble, down to earth artist. 
We first learned of Sakamoto Takeshi’s work at a 2017 exhibition, and two years later we were fortunate enough to arrange a meeting with him at his studio. From the smallest of choko (small sake cup) to the biggest tsubo (big vase), his work is loved and exhibited all across Japan. As he uses the local Osaka clay, he prefers not to call his work Tanbayaki - which originated in Hyogo prefecture - despite completing his six year apprenticeship in Hyogo under a Tanbayaki master. His work, although ever evolving, maintains Tanbayaki’s well known rustic finish.

A stunning piece by this artist. Katakuchi is a vessel with spout, for pouring your favourite tea or sake. Comes with tomokabo (accompanying wooden box signed by the artist)

Dimension:
Length: 15.5cm (with spout)
Height 9cm

Read more about the artist here