Large rope-rimmed plate, green | Artist: Masanori Yamamoto (Shigaraki ware)

Shigaraki ware with delicate "rope-like" pattern carved into the rim

Masanori Yamamoto's "Large Green Rope-Rimmed Flat Plate" is a beautiful piece that combines the tradition of Shigaraki ware with Masanori Yamamoto's unique contemporary design.

The delicate "rope-like" pattern on the rim is carved into vertical lines and then finely carved diagonally on the remaining part, creating a warm look reminiscent of knitted rope.

It is not flat, but rather shaped like a shallow bowl, so it naturally looks stylish whether used as a salad, curry or pasta plate. The patterned rim not only adds a touch of elegance to the table, but also draws the focus to the food, making it look even more beautiful.

Because they are handmade, there are individual differences in color and carving, and the more you use them, the deeper and more lustrous they become, allowing you to enjoy a unique texture.

Masanori Yamamoto's stylish Eating using tableware is sure to make your daily life more enjoyable.

*Since each item is handmade, there may be slight differences between each one. Therefore, depending on the piece, black may have a green or blue tinge.
*The black spots on the pieces are natural, resulting from the oxidation of iron remaining in the soil. These are also individual features, so please compare each piece and feel the difference.

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Artist Masanori Yamamoto - Rhythmic and dynamic "Shinogi" pattern Utsuwa (tableware)

Born in Shiga Prefecture in 1987, Masanori Yamamoto grew up in an environment steeped in the tradition of pottery. He graduated from the Kyoto Seika University Faculty of Art and Design Department's Ceramics Course in 2009, where he thoroughly learned the fundamentals of pottery. He then completed the Small Pottery Wheel Course at the Shigaraki Ceramic Technology Testing Center in 2010, and gained practical experience working at a ceramics manufacturer.

Furthermore, in 2015, he completed the base and glaze course at the Shigaraki Ceramics Technical Testing Institute. He has acquired in-depth knowledge and techniques regarding glazes and base materials, which gives his works even more originality. He currently continues to make pottery in Shigaraki Town, Shiga Prefecture, under the name "Kouzan Kiln," a trade name inherited from his grandfather.

Characteristics of Masanori Yamamoto's works

Masanori Yamamoto's works are characterized by the "shinogi" pattern, which is carefully carved by hand one by one. The "Shinogi" pattern is rhythmic and dynamic, giving the vessels a rich expression. There are three types of series: a series with a diagonal "Shinogi" pattern, a "Nawame" pattern in which vertical lines are carved and the remaining part is carved diagonally to create a warm expression like knitted rope, and the "Hana Shinogi" series, which looks gorgeous like blooming flowers.

Masanori Yamamoto's work combines the tradition of Shigaraki ware with his unique sensibility. Utsuwa (tableware)

Masanori Yamamoto's pottery is made in a traditional kiln inherited from his grandfather, and while it inherits the tradition of Shigaraki ware, it is also produced with his own unique sensibility. He produces a variety of items, including rimmed plates, soup cups, curry plates, teacups, and mugs. They create tableware with a "Shinogi" pattern, which gives a gorgeous impression to the dining table. They are also microwave and dishwasher safe, and are highly praised for their practicality and beauty, making them suitable for everyday use, and their design that enhances the food is highly regarded. They cherish the subtle expressions and textures that can only be achieved by hand, and are committed to providing tableware that is light and easy to handle.