Nameless man bug?

[a-really-big-cat]

i'm trying to start the Nameless Man's sidequest where he gives you vases to take tot he guardian statues, but he won't give me the first statue, even if I wait until the next day.

[kyojin_desu]

You need to pass a specific point in the game to be able to receive a vase.
Check the answer here https://gamefaqs.gamespot.com/ps2/920500-okami/answers/329510-how-can-i-get-vases-to-get-stray-bead-10