Product Description
This Shigaraki ware Hechimon-style vase is crafted from high-quality ceramics by Marui Seito. It measures approximately 28cm in diameter, 29cm in height, and weighs approximately 3.6kg. The ash-glazed inlaid surface exudes a Japanese atmosphere. Its design makes it suitable for placing on a countertop, and it can also be used as a large vase. Care is easy, requiring only standard ceramic care.
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Shigaraki ware is pottery made in Shigaraki Town, a mountain village in Koka City, Shiga Prefecture. One of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns, with a history spanning over 1,200 years.
● Designated a traditional craft by the government in 1976 (Showa 51).
● The pottery, with its diverse shapes and expressions born from nature and artisanship, is imbued with the sincerity and playfulness of master craftsmen who value "imbalance."
● The "Hechimon" (registered trademark) comes from a Shigaraki artisan's term meaning "unusual objects."
● Due to the handmade nature of the product, slight variations in dimensions, color, and pattern may occur.
Size: Approx. 28cm diameter x 29cm height
Weight: Approx. 3.6kg
Material: Ceramic
Country of Origin: Japan
