Hello, everyone reading the blog.
This is Yokoyama, the owner of KOTOPOTTER.
When we think of traditional crafts, we often associate them with the phrase "the good old days."
While Kyo-ware and Kiyomizu-ware certainly feature many classic pieces, there are also numerous potters creating modern designs.
Today, I’d like to introduce some modern pieces that work well in both Western and Japanese settings.
①Side Plate -SUSU"煤"by Tosen Kiln
Side Plate -SUSU"煤" ¥3,500
A matte black design with glossy black accents. The wave-like pattern gives this plate a beautiful modern touch.
Available in sizes from small to large.
② Small plate- Tortoiseshell Crazing Pink by Tosen Kiln
Small plate- Tortoiseshell Crazing Pink ¥6,000
Also by Tōsen Kiln, this lovely dish features a soft pink color. With gold accents on the rim, it has a simple yet luxurious modern appeal.
It is also available in gray and green, with four size options.
③ Mug -Pine tree pattern by Ichinyo
Mug Cup Pine Pattern ¥14,900
A vibrant and translucent Kōchi-glazed mug featuring an abstract modern design of swirling pine trees.
④ Mug -Shippou "七宝" pure white by Kiko "貴古" Kiln
Mug -Shippou "七宝" pure white ¥8,000
This KOTOPOTTER original mug is crafted by the fourth-generation potter Imabashi Kiko. The all-white design emphasizes the beauty of the porcelain.
⑤ Mug -Glazed Mud Color Sky Blue by Yotaro Takemura
Mug -Glazed Mud Color Sky Blue ¥5,200
Designed using a unique masking and mist-glazing technique, this mug features a beautiful gradient that’s both visually striking and a joy to use.
⑥ Bowl L- Blue Glaze by Dainichi Kiln
Bowl L- Blue Glaze ¥12,700
This bowl features a stunning blue glaze reminiscent of the ocean or sky. Its large size makes it perfect for both innovative and traditional dishes.
⑦ Mug -AMI Amber by Takunobu Sawada
Mug -AMI Amber¥5,280
This mug’s glossy amber color gives it a modern yet warm feel. The mesh pattern symbolizes continuity, a good-luck motif.
Available in amber and cobalt blue.
⑧ Small Plate -AMI Cobalt blue by Takunobu Sawada
Small Plate -AMI Cobalt blue ¥2,970
From Takunobu Sawada, this small plate has a bold design that will transform your dining experience. Available in amber and cobalt blue.
What do you think?
Kyo-ware and Kiyomizu-ware are constantly evolving in response to changes in time and dining culture.
We hope you will incorporate some of these modern pieces into your collection and experience the fresh wind of Kyo-ware and Kiyomizu-ware.