Makers/Artists

Fuminari Araga

Well-known for his highly sophisticated wheel-throwing technique which enables him to produce unique shape with beautifully balanced curves.

Ichiro Mori

From one of the Six Ancient Kilns of Japan "Bizen", he explores both traditional and modern methods and merge them in a highly sophisticated way.

Yumiko Katase

Based in Nagano. Inspired by unique technique called "mochaware" which was originally developed in southwest England. Intricate veined patterns beautifully appear on the surface from a single drop of ink.

Shigetomo Ochiai

Simpleness of his work truly represents an important concept of Japanese craftsmanship "Yonobi (Beauty in Everyday Things)". More you use it, more it fits in your life.

Madoka Suzuki

Antique-like cobalt blue painting on her pieces called "an-nan" style is originally developed in ancient Vietnam.

Hakuji Kobo

Kobukuro Kiln (Onta pottery)

Onta is an isolated tiny village in the mountain of Oita, Kyushu, with 9 kilns well known for its unique scattered pattern called "tobi-kanna". Their technique remains unchanged for more than 3 centuries.

Yamani Woodworks

Nagano-based artisan who specialises in Pepper/Salt grinders with wide variety of shape, size and colours.

Kazutoshi Aizawa

Hatakenaka

Unlike other red, deep red urushi lacquerware of Hatakenaka has its specific name "kodaishu (ancient red)" as he is the only one who can produce this beautiful colour.

Yuichi Yamazaki

Kanagawa-based glass artist recognised for his beautiful pale-green coloured blown glass called "hakka" (mint in English) series. Tiny bubbles captured in the glass twinkles like champagne.