Kikko Jusoken VIII Year of the Rat Futaoki sometsuke vase In 1990 he became a

In 1990 he became a full time member of the Japan Arts Crafts Association

Karatsu-ware features a rich variety of products

so they are regarded as an auspicious character symbolizing longevity

It remained popular throughout the Edo period

Kikko Jusoken VIII Year of the Rat Futaoki sometsuke vase In 1990 he became a*SHIPPING OPTIONS VARY DEPENDING ON THE DESTINATION, PLEASE SCROLL TO THE END OF THIS LISTING FOR MORE DETAILS. This listing is for a Kikko ware futaoki made around 20 years ago by noted potter Kikko Jusoken VIII. A futaoki functions as a lid rest during the tea ceremony. The lid of the kama is placed on the futaoki when hot water needs to be drawn from the kettle. The bamboo water ladle rests there up until the lid of the kama is removed. The futaoki