Legend has it that the success of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, the ruler of Osaka in Japan in the 16th century, originated from seven mascots. Norio Koike, a l[Expand All]
Legend has it that the success of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, the ruler of Osaka in Japan in the 16th century, originated from seven mascots. Norio Koike, a lower-class antique dealer, was asked to curate an exhibition themed around Toyotomi Hideyoshi and find the last lucky item - a tea bowl engraved with a Chinese phoenix. But at the same time, another dubious art foundation is also looking for it. The down-and-out potter, Noda Sasuke, was asked to make a replica of this porcelain bowl.[Collapse]
