Oribe Rice Bowl Chopstick Rest Iga ware artist Fukushima Kazuhiro

Iga ware artist Fukushima Kazuhiro expresses elemental nature in a matcha bowl

it is a perfect plate for sashimi

and the tea does not spill out of the teacup when the teacup is tilted

and enduring treasures

The shape is crafted by a potter's wheel

Oribe Rice Bowl Chopstick Rest Iga ware artist Fukushima KazuhiroThis rice bowl shows the individuality of the artisans hand in each line and curve. Shaped to fit comfortably in the hand, it features a rich Oribe glaze whose shades of green reveal quiet sophistication. A base coat of ki Seto glazea pale yellow glaze unique to Mino wareis first applied, followed by layers of Oribe glaze brushed by hand, creating soft gradations of green, amber, and blue that recall natural landscapes. The mogusa clay, known for its