Masanori Yamamoto's "Hana Shinogi Tawami Bowl, 7-sun" is a beautiful piece that blends the tradition of Shigaraki ware with his unique, contemporary design.
The "Hana Shinogi" (flower shinogi) pattern, inspired by blooming flowers and carved by hand line by line, adorns the entire vessel.
As each piece is handmade, there are individual differences in color and carving, and as it is used, it develops a deeper and richer luster, allowing you to enjoy a unique texture.
Meals served on Masanori Yamamoto's stylish vessels are sure to make your everyday life more cherished.
※As each item is handmade, there may be slight individual differences.
※The black spots on the piece are iron particles remaining in the clay that have oxidized during firing and are natural. These are also part of its individuality, so please compare the expressions of each piece and feel the differences.
Artist Masanori Yamamoto - Vessels with a rhythmic and dynamic "shinogi" pattern
Born in Shiga Prefecture in 1987, Masanori Yamamoto grew up in an environment steeped in ceramic traditions. After graduating from the Ceramic Arts Course at Kyoto Seika University's Faculty of Art and Design in 2009, he thoroughly mastered the fundamentals of pottery. In 2010, he completed the Small Item Pottery Wheel Course at the Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Park, gaining practical experience through working at a pottery manufacturer.
Furthermore, in 2015, he completed the Glaze and Clay Body Course at the Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Park. He acquired deep knowledge and skills related to glazes and clay bodies, imbuing his works with even greater individuality. Currently, he continues to create pottery in Shigaraki-cho, Shiga Prefecture, under the workshop name "Kozangama," inherited from his grandfather.

Characteristics of Masanori Yamamoto's work
Masanori Yamamoto's works are characterized by "shinogi" patterns, meticulously carved by hand. The "shinogi" pattern is rhythmic and dynamic, giving the vessels a rich expression. There are three types of series: a series with diagonal "shinogi" patterns, a "Nawame" (rope pattern) series which features vertically carved lines with fine diagonal carvings in the remaining areas to create a warm texture reminiscent of knitted cable, and the "Hana Shinogi" (flower shinogi) series, which appears as vibrant as 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 various vessels such as rim plates, soup cups, curry plates, yunomi, and mugs. By arranging the "shinogi" pattern on your dining table, you can create a vibrant impression. Furthermore, they are microwave and dishwasher safe, combining practicality suitable for everyday use with beauty, and are highly praised for their design that enhances food. He emphasizes the subtle expressions and textures unique to handmade items, focusing on providing lightweight and easy-to-handle vessels.
