Stylish tableware from Furutani Seitojo, born in Shigaraki, famous for its raccoon dog statues.

Furutani Seitojo is a pottery studio located in Shigaraki-cho, Shiga Prefecture, famous for its Shigaraki tanuki (raccoon dog statues). Based on Shigaraki ware, they create stylish tableware that pursues beauty and ease of use in everyday life. Their characteristic lies in the fusion of traditional techniques with modern lifestyles, achieving both design and practicality.

Representative Koichi Furutani excels at maximizing the charm of Shigaraki clay, creating warm pottery with his unique expression. His works are highly acclaimed both in Japan and abroad, and Furutani Seitojo attracts attention from pottery lovers worldwide.

Furutani Seitojo's tableware that combines Shigaraki ware tradition and design

Warm tableware unique to Shigaraki ware

Shigaraki clay is characterized by its warm color, blessed by nature. Furutani Seitojo's vessels make abundant use of such Shigaraki ware clay, resulting in a finish that feels natural.

Fusion of modern design and traditional Shigaraki ware techniques

Furutani Seitojo's vessels feature a simple and modern design, but they also value the warmth of handmade craftsmanship and forms that convey the tradition of Shigaraki ware. While maintaining Japanese beauty, the designs are also perfect for modern dining tables.

Shigaraki ware with the warmth of handmade craftsmanship

Each piece is handcrafted by artisans, creating subtle variations in texture for each vessel. The charm of handmade craftsmanship is conveyed in these vessels, bringing comfort with every use and increasing in character the more they are used.

The appeal of Furutani Seitojo's stylish tableware

Furutani Seitojo's vessels are not just tableware; they enrich everyday meals and create special moments.

Stylish tableware that transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary

Furutani Seitojo's vessels are simple yet beautifully adorn the dining table and are designed to match any dish. They offer a range of vessels you'll want to use every day. Moreover, they are designed to be durable, making them easy to use.

Delightful tableware, perfect for gifts

Shigaraki ware vessels stand out for their warm, handmade quality and excellent design, making them ideal gifts. Furutani Seitojo's vessels are also affordably priced, making them perfect for wedding gifts, birthdays, and favors. They are sure to be appreciated as special gifts.

The durability of Shigaraki ware that can be used for a long time

Shigaraki ware is durable and long-lasting pottery. It is resistant to breaking with daily use, and its character deepens over time. As time passes, the beauty and texture of the vessel change, and a sense of attachment grows with each use. You can use it as a lifelong item.

Furutani Seitojo's tableware that grows on you with use

The charm of Shigaraki ware is undoubtedly how its color and texture change with use, deepening in character over time. Furutani Seitojo's vessels, with their rustic and warm clay texture and subtle individual differences inherent in handmade items, bring a pleasant sensation with every use. By using them carefully and continuously, the vessels truly become your own, adding depth to your dining table. Why not enrich your everyday dining experience with Furutani Seitojo's tableware?