Shigaraki ware curry plate with delicate "shinogi" pattern to enhance your dishes

Masanori Yamamoto's "Shinogi Curry Plate in White" is a beautiful curry plate that combines traditional Shigaraki ware techniques with contemporary design. Each shinogi pattern is carefully hand-carved, giving it a subtle yet distinctive presence.

Its perfect depth makes it ideal not only as a curry or pasta plate but also for a wide range of dishes such as soups and stews. The patterned rim not only adds a touch of elegance to your table but also draws attention to the food, making your dishes look even more appealing.

As each piece is handmade, there are individual differences in color and carving, and as you use it, it will develop a deeper luster and a unique patina, making it a one-of-a-kind item. 

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

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

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Artist Masanori Yamamoto - Vessels with rhythmical and dynamic "shinogi" patterns

Born in Shiga Prefecture in 1987, Masanori Yamamoto grew up in an environment steeped in the tradition of pottery. He graduated from the Department of Ceramic Arts, Faculty of Art, Kyoto Seika University in 2009, where he thoroughly learned the basics of pottery. Later, in 2010, he completed the Small Pottery Wheel Course at the Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Park and gained practical experience working for a ceramic manufacturer.

Furthermore, in 2015, he completed the Clay and Glaze Course at the Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Park. He acquired deep knowledge and techniques regarding glazes and clays, giving his works even more uniqueness. Currently, he continues to create pottery in Shigaraki-cho, Shiga Prefecture, under the inherited family name "Kozangama" from his grandfather.

Characteristics of Masanori Yamamoto's works

Masanori Yamamoto's works are characterized by "shinogi" patterns, meticulously hand-carved one by one.The "shinogi" patterns are rhythmic and dynamic, giving the vessels a rich expression. There are three series: one with diagonal "shinogi" patterns, another called "Nawame" (rope pattern) which creates a warm, knitted-rope-like appearance by carving vertical lines and then finely carving diagonally into the remaining parts, and the "Hana-shinogi" (flower shinogi) series, which appears華やか (gorgeous) like blooming flowers.

Masanori Yamamoto's vessels, a fusion of Shigaraki ware tradition and unique sensibility

Masanori Yamamoto's vessels, created in the traditional kiln inherited from his grandfather, carry on the tradition of Shigaraki ware while being crafted with his unique sensibility. He produces a variety of vessels, including rimmed plates, soup cups, curry plates, tea cups, and mugs. By coordinating the "shinogi" patterns on your table, you can create a vibrant impression. Furthermore, his works are microwave and dishwasher safe, combining practicality for daily use with beauty, and are highly acclaimed for their designs that enhance food. He focuses on preserving the subtle expressions and textures unique to handmade items and providing lightweight, easy-to-handle vessels.