Fukutora Beer Tumbler-Asakano Kiln-Fukushima Obori Soma Ware x Taiko Seikan

►Double structure: Keeps beer delicious for a long time because it provides heat and cold insulation. ►Gourd molding: Making the “fragrance” that is indispensable in craft beer stand out ►Individual glaze: The glaze that the kiln is good at, the symbol of Ohori Soma ware, the “running piece (standing hair)” and the “tiger (striped pattern)”, the symbol of Taiko Seikan, will run through to the future together. express the state ►Limited Quantity: Everything is made by hand by craftsmen, so it is a one-of-a-kind piece. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52215323841_ff7022a2a3_b.jpg **“Fukushima Obori Soma ware x Daiko Seiji” Japan-Taiwan collaboration project** As part of a project run by Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry called the "Fukushima Mirai Challenge Project," we are supporting the Hamadori area in Fukushima Prefecture. “Fukutora Souma” is a collaboration project between Ohori Soma-yaki, a pottery production area in Fukushima Prefecture, and Taifu Brewing, a famous craft beer company in Taiwan. Four potteries have resumed business in new locations after the earthquake. While inheriting the double structure technology, a traditional craft with a history of over 300 years, we have developed a “beer tumbler” that has a cooling effect. **[Double structure] Structure that keeps the taste of beer for a long time** Of the 32 ceramic production areas in Japan, it is the only one that is entirely handmade. Cold insulation: The double structure has the effect of keeping the temperature inside, so beer can be kept delicious for a long time. Anti-condensation on the surface: The double structure prevents condensation even when cold items are placed, and the surface does not become hot when hot items are placed. **[Gourd modeling] Make the essential "fragrance" of craft beer stand out** Inspired by the gourd, a symbol of sake cups. The rounded shape that makes you want to touch it all the time is also used for the inner shape where beer is poured, making the “fragrance” that is indispensable for craft beer more prominent. **[Unique glaze] Expressing "running piece (standing hair)" and "tiger (striped pattern)" with the pottery's specialty glaze** The symbol of Obori Soma ware, the “running piece (standing hair)” and the symbol of Taiko Seikan, the “tiger (striped pattern)”, run together into the future with the unique glaze coating of each kiln. expressed. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52215335898_e2b2e84c16_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52215335928_6214c11c58_b.jpg **[Introduction of colors]** **ASAKANO pottery** At Asakano Kiln, we use clay from Koriyama City, where our workshop is located, to create our own pottery. This time, I used Koriyama soil to make a beer tumbler with a completely sealed double structure that has no air holes. This technology is only possible at Asaka's kiln, and allows you to enjoy beer at just the right temperature. The shape of the gourd is inspired by the shape of a gourd, and the overall design is inspired by the tiger pattern of Taiko Seiji and the coat of the horse, which is the symbol of Obori Soma ware. The rough texture of the inner soil, which conveys the simplicity of the region, makes beer foam well. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52215802150_4b424ff3d7_b.jpg **-Fukushima Obori Soma ware-** “Obori Soma ware”, which is handed down in the Obori district of Namie Town, Fukushima Prefecture, is a traditional craft with a history of over 300 years, beginning in the Edo period. It has characteristics such as cracks, double firing, and paintings of pieces, and has been widely loved by the townspeople as well as the locals. Due to the Great East Japan Earthquake and nuclear accident in March 2011, all 23 potteries were forced to evacuate outside the town, but at this stage, 11 potteries are reviving their kilns in various places. **CEMENT PRODUCE DESIGNJointly developed products** **-Fukutora Art “Fukushima Obori Soma Ware x Taitora Seiki”-** Hondaya Honten, a company in Fukushima, put together the entire Obori Soma ware, and introduced four kilns, Kyogetsu Kiln, Asakano Kiln, Ikariya Shoten, Totoku Kiln, and the Taiwan Institute of Design, which were relocated to the inland of Fukushima and reopened. An international team whose members are Taiwanese business operator Taiko Seiji and CEMENT PRODUCE DESIGN from Japan who are in charge of the overall design direction. I spent a year in Fukushima, researching local history and technology, researching the food culture of Japan and Taiwan, and product development. Simultaneous product release in Taiwan and Japan, simultaneous dialogue between sake master and pottery craftsman, and product sales. Through collaboration between Fukushima's local industry and Taiwan's craft beer, we are spreading awareness in the Japanese and Taiwanese markets, and expanding our products and food culture to the world. Made in Japan -------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------- [Product information] Size: φ75mm × h153mm Package size: w195mm x d120mm x h110mm Weight: 290g Capacity: 210ml Material: Pottery 【Notes】 * Microwave is available. Although it can be used in the dishwasher, it is not recommended as it may be damaged when washed with other dishes. * This product is made of fragile ceramic. Please handle with care. * All products are produced by hand, so there are individual differences, but please enjoy the unique taste of pottery. * Penetration may increase as you use it. We hope that you will enjoy the change over time as a unique taste of pottery. * When cleaning, use a soft sponge with neutral detergent.・After washing, do not lay it down, but stand it up so that the water can easily drain from the bottom and dry it well. * You can use the microwave oven. We do not recommend using the dishwasher and dryer as it may break when washed with other dishes. -------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------