Discover the Artistry of Japanese Craftsmanship

Antique Oribe ware tea cup featuring a beautiful form, expressive iron-painted lines, and striking green glaze accents.  The finely trimmed foot is particularly impressive and reflects the craftsmanship of the potter.

After many years of use, the surface has developed an attractive network of crackle patterns, adding depth and character to the piece. 

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Rectangular plate from Otaru-Kiln in Hokkaido. Otaru Kiln, characterized by its clear blue-green glaze, has come to an end after 107 years of history due to a lack of successors at Otaru Kiln Hakusei Touen, the oldest pottery in Hokkaido. (1900-2007)

Many connoisseurs have loved this Otaru ware, but with the demise of the Otaru Kiln, no new pieces will be produced, and the Otaru ware in use today will likely become a rare and precious item that will never be available again.

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Antique small Owan bowl with gold maki-e decoration. This compact bowl is decorated with traditional maki-e, a refined lacquer technique in which gold powder is applied to create delicate motifs. Urushi (Japanese lacquer) has natural antibacterial properties and strengthens the wood. It can be repeatedly harvested from the same tree, making it an environmentally sustainable natural finish.

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White Sake bottle by Kazuaki Shinpo (1984-)

Kazuaki Shinpo is a contemporary Bizen ware artist born in Okayama Prefecture in 1984.  After completing his training at the Bizen Pottery Training Center, he studied under Kazunari Hashimoto and has received recognition through numerous juried exhibitions, including the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition and the Bizen Contemporary Ceramics Biennale. 

His work reflects the enduring traditions of Bizen pottery while exploring contemporary ceramic expression.

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Japanese pottery for Kintsugi repair.

Several items available now.

Studio pottery vase finished in a soft olive-green glaze with fine crackled texture and subtle tonal variation.  The rounded body and tall cylindrical neck create a calm, sculptural silhouette, while small red clay accents applied by hand introduce an unexpected visual tension against the muted surface.

Fine crackles spread gently across the surface, and the natural movement of the glaze creates soft transitions in color and texture. The subdued palette and carefully placed red accents give the piece an almost abstract, sculptural presence.

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Koishiwara ware rice bowl featuring striped decoration and a warm natural glaze.

The rhythmic horizontal patterns and earthy texture reflect the traditional aesthetics of Japanese folk pottery.

Mashiko ware cup finished in a soft turquoise glaze with flowing natural patterns and subtle crackled texture. 

Originally designed as a soba choko cup for dipping soba noodles into sauce, it is also well suited for coffee, tea, or other everyday drinks.  The contrast between the pale clay body and vivid glaze creates a calm yet distinctive presence typical of handmade Mashiko pottery.

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Beautiful bamboo flower basket by Matasiro Isogai. The small vessel is designed for the subtle arrangement of a single flower or a delicate seasonal branch.

Its elegant silhouette and refined balance also make it ideal as an interior display object.

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Hand-woven with a very high level of skill.

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Antique small dish made by old hand-transfer technique called INBAN. Among the many Inban plates that exist, this piece stands out for its especially thin construction and beautifully refined form. 

INBAN plates have been loved by the common people since the Edo period. The process of making an inban involves wetting the transfer paper and printing it by hand on a three-dimensional surface.  In the process of transferring, shades of color, pattern omissions, blotches, cuts, and misalignments are created.

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Antique small dish made by old hand-transfer technique called INBAN. Made at least 100 years ago. 

INBAN plates have been loved by the common people since the Edo period. The process of making an inban involves wetting the transfer paper and printing it by hand on a three-dimensional surface.  In the process of transferring, shades of color, pattern omissions, blotches, cuts, and misalignments are created.

Although it is a mass-produced printed material, each piece is made by hand, so the design may be missing or misaligned, and this is what makes it unique. I find this delightful and fascinating. The patterns are not only stylishly graphic, but also diverse, reflecting the times with motifs of current fashions and buildings of the time.

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Katakuchi bowl, a traditional Japanese vessel distinguished by a spouted rim on one side, suitable for a variety of uses. 

It can be used as a small serving bowl or dressing container, and also as a vessel for pouring sake.

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Tetsubin has a 400-year history rooted in the Japanese Tea Ceremony and is valued worldwide for its elegant craftsmanship and its ability to enhance the flavor of water—making tea taste richer, milder, and smoother.

It also releases trace amounts of iron into the water, offering health benefits, especially for those with low iron levels.

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Beautiful sake bottle by Tomoyuki Matsui (1931-) Comes with an original wooden box with artists signature.

Nice lavender color tea cup from Hagi Ware in Yamaguchi prefecture. This plate will gradually develop a beautiful vintage look with continued use.

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Tea cup finished in a beautiful milky white glaze.  The surface has a soft matte texture, while the small foot gives the form an elegant and refined presence. Slightly smaller than regular Japanese tea cup.

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