This elegant little vase is handmade by renowned Tokoname-yaki potter Umehara.
Tokoname-yaki Tokoname-yaki is a type of pottery made in the area around the city of Tokoname in Aichi Prefecture, one of Japan`s six ancient kilns. Its reputation extends far beyond Japan`s borders.
A red, natural clay is mined in Tokoname: Shudei. The red clay, which contains a lot of iron, is fired at high temperature and carbonized by firing - the result is a unique black color.
The clay governs very sensitively, so high-quality products succeed only to those who have a lot of experience and tact. The history of Tokoname goes back a long way. As early as the 12th century, the kiln went into operation, making it one of the oldest in Japan. Properties, origin and firing method are closely related. Also in Tokoname, the clay has a very high mineral content. The firing methods used are reduction firing and oxidation firing.
This elegant little vase is handmade by renowned Tokoname-yaki potter Umehara.
Tokoname-yaki Tokoname-yaki is a type of pottery made in the area around the city of Tokoname in Aichi Prefecture, one of Japan`s six ancient kilns. Its reputation extends far beyond Japan`s borders.
A red, natural clay is mined in Tokoname: Shudei. The red clay, which contains a lot of iron, is fired at high temperature and carbonized by firing - the result is a unique black color.
The clay governs very sensitively, so high-quality products succeed only to those who have a lot of experience and tact. The history of Tokoname goes back a long way. As early as the 12th century, the kiln went into operation, making it one of the oldest in Japan. Properties, origin and firing method are closely related. Also in Tokoname, the clay has a very high mineral content. The firing methods used are reduction firing and oxidation firing.
Tokoname-yaki
Tokoname-yaki is a type of pottery made in the area around the city of Tokoname in Aichi Prefecture, one of Japan`s six ancient kilns. Its reputation extends far beyond Japan`s borders.
A red, natural clay is mined in Tokoname: Shudei. The red clay, which contains a lot of iron, is fired at high temperature and carbonized by firing - the result is a unique black color.
The clay governs very sensitively, so high-quality products succeed only to those who have a lot of experience and tact. The history of Tokoname goes back a long way. As early as the 12th century, the kiln went into operation, making it one of the oldest in Japan.
Properties, origin and firing method are closely related. Also in Tokoname, the clay has a very high mineral content. The firing methods used are reduction firing and oxidation firing.