Shigaraki Ware Curry Plate with Delicate "Shinogi" Pattern that Enhances Your Dishes

Masanori Yamamoto's "Shinogi Curry Plate Black" is a beautiful curry plate that combines the traditional techniques of Shigaraki ware with a modern design. Each "shinogi" pattern, carefully hand-carved one by one, possesses a strong presence despite its simplicity.

Its perfectly deep shape makes it suitable not only as a curry or pasta plate but also for a wide range of dishes such as soups and stews. The pattern on the rim not only gives a festive impression to the dining table but also draws attention to the food, making the dishes look more appealing.

Due to being handmade, there are individual differences in color and carving. As you use it, it will develop a deeper luster and unique character, making each piece one-of-a-kind.

Dining with Masanori Yamamoto's stylish tableware is sure to make your daily life more cherished.

*As each piece is handmade, there may be slight individual differences.
*The black spots on the work are naturally occurring iron content remaining in the clay that has been fired and oxidized. This is also part of its individuality, so please compare the expressions of each piece and feel the differences.

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Artist Masanori Yamamoto - Tableware with Rhythmic and Dynamic "Shinogi" Patterns

Born in Shiga Prefecture in 1987, Masanori Yamamoto grew up in an environment steeped in ceramic traditions. He graduated from the Kyoto Seika University, Faculty of Art, Department of Sculpture, Ceramics Course in 2009, where he thoroughly learned the fundamentals of pottery. Subsequently, in 2010, he completed the Small Potter's Wheel Course at the Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Park Research Institute, gaining practical experience through working at a pottery manufacturer.

Furthermore, in 2015, he completed the Glaze and Clay Course at the Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Park Research Institute. He acquired deep knowledge and skills in glazes and clay, adding further originality to his works. Currently, he continues his ceramic artistry in Shigaraki Town, Shiga Prefecture, under the workshop name "Kozangama," inherited from his grandfather.

Characteristics of Masanori Yamamoto's Works

Masanori Yamamoto's works are characterized by "shinogi" patterns meticulously carved by hand. The "shinogi" patterns are rhythmic and dynamic, giving the tableware a rich expression. There are three series: one with diagonally applied "shinogi" patterns, another called "Nawame" (rope pattern) which creates a warm, knitted cable-like texture by carving vertical lines and then finely carving the remaining areas diagonally, and finally, the "Hana-shinogi" (flower shinogi) series which appears as vibrantly as blooming flowers.

Masanori Yamamoto's Tableware: A Fusion of Shigaraki Ware Tradition and Unique Sensibility

Masanori Yamamoto's tableware, crafted in the traditional kiln inherited from his grandfather, carries on the tradition of Shigaraki ware while also reflecting his unique sensibility. He produces a variety of tableware, including rimmed plates, soup cups, curry plates, teacups, and mugs. By coordinating a dining table with "shinogi" patterns, a gorgeous impression can be created. Moreover, his tableware is microwave and dishwasher safe, combining practicality for daily use with beauty. Its design, which enhances the food, is highly acclaimed. He focuses on valuing the subtle expressions and textures unique to handmade items and providing lightweight and easy-to-handle tableware.