Antique aka-raku chawan made of Yoshino Mountain clay #4140

- rim size: approx. 11cm (4 21⁄64in)

- tall: approx. 9cm (3 35⁄64in)

- weight: 445g (gross 710g)

Since ancient times, Yoshino Mountain has been regarded as a sacred place for the ancient Japanese mountain faith, which aims to attain enlightenment through severe ascetic practices in the mountains. "The ascetic path connecting Yoshino-Omine and Kumano-Sanzan is called "Omine-Okugakemichi" and is still practiced today.

In July 2004, the "Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range" including Yoshino Mountain was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
As a result, it is no longer possible to mine the soil of Mt. Yoshino, and the tea bowl is a precious item.

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