Skilled techniques and gorgeous colors
The one and only purple flower pattern
In his studio located in the Kiyomizu-yaki complex in Yamashina, Kyoto, the third-generation Morizato Toraku creates pottery with over 40 years of experience.
Born and raised in a family that has run a pottery business for generations, a career in pottery was a natural choice for him.
He took over as the third generation Toraku in 1996 and has continued to bear the name.
In the workshop, the current generation of potters, including the current Toraku potters, work together in a harmonious atmosphere to create pottery.
At Torakugama, pottery is made using traditional techniques such as Mishimade and Kohiki, passed down for generations.
In the present generation, the sophisticated and sophisticated Mishima style has evolved into something more glamorous.
＜Mishima-te, a traditional craft passed down since ancient times. A ceramic seal with a floral pattern carved into it is pressed into the clay.＞
Her representative work, "Murasakisaikamon," is a beautiful harmony of purple gradations and gold accents, creating an oriental atmosphere.
The printed flowers and colored paintings that decorate the entire piece are sure to captivate anyone who sees them.
His works are characterized by complex shapes and the use of Mishima-te techniques, and at first glance appear to be a labor-intensive style.
＜Expressing a glamorous worldview by freely utilizing the many designs that have been devised so far＞
The works of Shisaikamon are infused with the desire for people to enjoy looking at them and feel joy when using them.
The pleasant feel and ease of use felt by people who pick it up are testament to his careful craftsmanship.
In the future, Toraku plans to further develop the Shisaihanamon pattern that he created as a unique worldview, pursuing new designs while preserving tradition.
Each time you use this piece, it will enrich your soul and evoke the image of creation in the workshop.
<Third generation potter Hideo Morisato ceramic history>
Born in Kyoto in 1959
1977 Graduated from Kyoto City Hiyoshigaoka High School Art Course Japanese Painting
1981 Graduated from Kyoto Prefectural Ceramic College
In the same year, he studied under Gyokudō Tezuka.
Started making pottery under the second generation Toraku
Enrolled in the "Bidorojuku" Glaze Research Institute of Dr. Tokuji Yamamoto, a professor of engineering.
1996: Succeeded the name Toraku III
Received the title of Kyoto-yaki/Kiyomizu-yaki traditional craftsman
Received the Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry Chairman's Award at the National Traditional Crafts Exhibition
Held solo exhibitions at Takashimaya Nihonbashi and other locations across the country.
