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Sakuramon Koro (桜文香炉)
This is a Hagi ware incense burner which Okada-san has created.
Lots of white glaze was poured on the body.
"Sakura" is one of the flowers that represent Japan, so it's great as a gift in all seasons.
The pattern of Japanese cherry blossoms "sakura" is engraved on the lid.
Height : 14.0 cm
Diameter : 11.5 cm
He is the eighth potter of Okada Kiln founded in the Edo period. Even though he has won numerous awards, Okada-san continues to make new world of Hagi ware pottery.