Seto-Style Mizusashi Water Jar, H15.5cm, Red-Brown Glaze Tomobako

Hand-thrown Seto-style ceramic with a red-brown glaze, this mizusashi water jar reproduces an Old Seto Momoyama-period form with a straight hitoeguchi rim and a lacquered wooden nuributa lid. The 15.5 cm vessel is intended for tea ceremony use—holding fresh water for the kettle or rinsing tea bowls and whisks—and pairs easily with a variety of chawan and seasonal selections. Its surface shows layered tones of red, brown, purple with green and ochre accents that give depth without gloss overpowering the clay body. The potter's Hozan mark is inscribed on the bottom and it ships in its original tomobako box.

Product details

This mizusashi reflects the aesthetic of historic Seto and Shigaraki kilns with a restrained silhouette and a vertical rim that reads clearly on the tea-ceremony tatami. The glaze is the principal visual feature: a lustrous red-brown field with subtle purple undertones and occasional green and ochre streaks where the glaze pooled and interacted with the clay during firing. The result is a nuanced surface with visual texture that complements both glazed and yakishime-style chawan.

Lid and maker

The lid is a lacquered wooden nuributa, in excellent condition with only minor surface scratches noted on close inspection. The wooden lid is traditional for tea vessels and suited to daily ceremony use. The potter's inscription, "Hozan," on the base verifies the maker of this reproduction and is visible when the piece is inverted.

Use and presentation

Designed to hold fresh water for replenishing the kettle or rinsing implements, this mizusashi functions as a practical utensil in chaji or chakai. Its proportions make it a versatile match for medium-sized chawan and for seasonal display. The included tomobako protects the jar during storage and shipping and is the traditional way to present and store ceramic tea utensils.

Condition & care

Overall condition is very good; the ceramic body shows no notable chips or cracks according to the catalog description. The lacquer on the lid shows minor scratches, consistent with careful use or handling. To preserve the lacquer and ceramic, avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, rapid temperature changes, and abrasive cleaning. Wipe the wooden lid with a soft dry cloth; rinse the ceramic interior with fresh water and dry thoroughly before returning to storage.

Packaging and shipping

The item is supplied with its original tomobako, which secures the jar for transport. The cloth pictured is not included. The piece will be packaged with padding inside the wooden box and

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FAQ

Q: Is the lid original to the jar?

A: Yes—the listing specifies a lacquered wooden nuributa lid accompanying the ceramic mizusashi, and it is in excellent condition with only minor scratches.

Q: Does the jar have any cracks or repairs?

A: The description states the vessel is in very good condition and ready to use; no cracks or repairs to the ceramic body are noted.

Q: What does hitoeguchi mean?

A: Hitoeguchi describes a single-rim form where the rim rises vertically without flaring or curving inward, a historic shape used in Seto and Shigaraki wares.

Q: Is the wooden storage box included?

A: Yes, the original wooden storage box (tomobako) is included with the mizusashi.

Q: Can this be used in daily tea ceremony practice?

A: Yes; the jar is described as ready for immediate use to hold water for the kettle or for rinsing bowls and whisks.