A compact rounded form designed for a single stem or small seasonal arrangement, fitting naturally into shelves, tables, and quiet corners.
In the Bizen region, it has long been believed that flowers stay fresher longer in an unglazed vase.
Details
・Handcrafted in Okayama, Japan
・Unglazed Bizen ceramic
・Naturally develops character with everyday use
Material
Made with Hiyose clay sourced from the Bizen area of Okayama.
Its fine texture and natural warmth have made it a preferred clay among Bizen artisans for generations.
Artist
Yutaka Nakai is a new generation Bizen ware artisan.
Having grown up around his father's pottery studio, Nakai-san developed an early connection to Bizen ware that continues to shape his work today. Each piece is thoughtfully designed with its intended use in mind, balancing function with the natural character of the clay.
Dimension
diameter 3.1 inches (8.0cm)/height 2.0 inches (5.0cm)/weight 6.3 oz(180g)
Care
Hand wash with a soft sponge and dry thoroughly after use. Avoid the dishwasher, microwave, open flame, and sudden changes in temperature.
Note
With regular use, the unglazed surface may gradually deepen in tone and develop a smoother feel. These subtle changes allow the piece to become more personal over time.
Bizen ware is traditionally left unglazed, allowing the natural texture of the clay to remain. Each piece is made for everyday use, offering a more tactile connection to the material.
Hidasuki, their signature finish, comes from wrapping each piece in rice straw by hand before firing. Wherever the straw touches the clay, it leaves soft orange markings, so no two pieces look the same. The color comes from a simple reaction during firing: minerals in the straw meet the iron in the clay, and as the kiln cools, that iron turns into the reddish mineral that gives hidasuki its color.
The markings are unique to each piece, and the item you receive may vary slightly from the image.