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Toru Ichikawa - Guinomi ??Kagutsuchi Ra??
22,000 YENSold out
size : W8.3cm×8.5m×H7.2cmToru Ichikawa is a disciple of Ryuichi Kakurezaki.
He is keen to research glaze for ceramics.
He is constantly challenging new expressions with original and philosophical themes.
This work is named after Hinokagutsuchi, the god of fire in Japanese mythology, and represents a further evolution of the powerful glaze expressions seen in the Kagutsuchi series.
Two dominant currents—deep indigo and shimmering silver glazes—seem to clash upon the surface, creating a dynamic tension that is unmistakably characteristic of Toru Ichikawa's work.
The indigo glaze, reminiscent of the colors of the cosmos, is adorned with golden dots that sparkle like distant stars, forming a scene that combines the opulence and mystery achievable only through ceramic art.
Koichiro Isezaki - Kuro Guinomi
16,500 YENSold out
size : W8.3cm×7.5cm×H6.7cmKoichiro Isezaki is Jun Isezaki's eldest son.
He uses kiln in a tunnel-like shape called "anagama".
This work was created around the time indicated in the included artist’s résumé, which dates up to 2005.
It is a rare black-fired piece made in a Noborigama, which is no longer in use today.
Unlike the black tones achieved in an Anagama, this piece exhibits a unique coloration that is distinctive to the Noborigama firing process.
Around the shell marks and inside the bowl, the color leans more toward deep purple than black, while the back features a subdued yellow Goma with hints of green—offering many fascinating visual details.
The Guinomi was made using Koichiro Isezaki’s signature kurinuki technique, where a solid block of clay is hollowed out by carving with a spatula. Despite its palm-sized form, the work exudes a bold, sculptural presence.
The exterior surface is finely carved and expanded outward from the inside, giving the impression of clay bursting open—capturing a powerful sense of movement and tension.
It has been carefully stored in mint condition since its original purchase and remains unused.
Shinjiro Aika - Hidasuki Guinomi
19,800 YENSold out
size : W6.2cm×6.2cm×H5.3cmThe works of Shinjiro Aika are best described as “beyond profitability.”
He is a ceramic artist who relentlessly fires his pieces until they meet his own high standards, resulting in truly outstanding creations.
This Guinomi was fired inside a protective clay container called a Saya, which prevents natural ash glaze from settling on the surface.
The result is a dry, matte reddish-brown body, over which a soft crimson Hidasuki flows, with subtle golden highlights.
The texture resembles the parched earth during the dry season—inviting the sake poured into it to feel like a gentle, life-giving rain.
Its low Setoguro-style foot and swelling, wave-like form at the waist create a dynamic, rustic impression—as if the vessel tumbled down from a mountain slope.
The piece clearly reflects the artist’s admiration for classic works and reveals what kind of forms have inspired them.
Its slightly smaller size only adds to the charm, making it both refined and emotionally resonant.
Koichiro Isezaki - Bizen Sakazuki
16,500 YENSold out
size : W10.3cm×9.8cm×H4.7cmKoichiro Isezaki is Jun Isezaki's eldest son.
He uses the same hole type kiln (called anagama in Japan) as his father and father's disciple.
This Guinomi was fired in 2012.
This piece was fired while placed upside-down atop another work, like a hat resting on a head.
Although this is a traditional firing method, Koichiro Isesaki’s unique approach gives it a remarkably fresh and contemporary impression.
Positioned in a high-temperature zone, typically used for firing jars and other large vessels upside-down, the entire surface is richly covered with shizen-yu (natural ash glaze).
Its domed shape evokes the image of a straw hat deflecting heavy rain, creating a striking and playful visual.
The abundant Goma has flowed not only across the outer surface but also into the interior, pooling around the shell used to prevent adhesion during firing.
This has resulted in a fascinating Kaiato and fire-mark effect that resembles the delicate wings of a butterfly.
Koichiro Isezaki - Bizen Guinomi
16,500 YENSold out
size : W8.3cm×8.0cm×H6.5cmKoichiro Isezaki is Jun Isezaki's eldest son.
He uses the same hole type kiln (called anagama in Japan) as his father and father's disciple.
This Guinomi was fired in 2010.
This Guinomi was created using the kurinuki technique that Koichiro Isesaki excels in.
He skillfully carved away a large lump of clay with a spatula, hollowing out the interior to produce a piece of great presence and intensity.
The outer surface is intricately textured with spatula marks, evoking the look of rocks weathered by wind and rain.
This evokes the spirit of his father, Jun Isesaki’s renowned “Fusetsu” (Wind and Snow) series, conveying a profound sense of time and erosion.
Due to the shape of the foot and kiln effects (Yohen), the piece is slightly unstable when placed.
It has been carefully stored and remains in unused condition since its original purchase.
Jun Isezaki - Bizen Guinomi
44,000 YEN
size : W10.3cm×10.0cm×H3.1cmJun Isazaki is a human living national treasure in Bizen were. (Fifth person in Bizen ware)
He firing with a straight hole-shaped kiln called "Anagama".
The flame of Anagama kiln blows into the back of kiln at a stretch.
This is a rare Hirahai-style Guinomi created by Isezaki Jun around 2015, produced in very limited quantities.
The inside of the vessel is adorned with a vivid and dynamic landscape, characteristic of an anagama (hole kiln) firing.
Fired slowly in a semi-underground anagama, this piece showcases signature Bizen elements such as Goma, Hidasuki, and rich red clay tones—hallmarks of Isezaki-style Bizen ware.
The surface is primarily a clean, white clay color typical of anagama works, beautifully contrasted with bold flying Goma and intricate Hidasuki patterns running across the piece.
Though simple in form, the depth of texture and color invites endless appreciation.
The foot of the piece features a wide and boldly carved base with a low profile, deliberately chosen to suit the Hirahai shape and lend it a grounded and powerful presence.
This work has been carefully preserved by a collector since its original purchase and remains in unused, pristine condition.
Shinjiro Aika - Shigaraki Guinomi
19,800 YENSold out
size : W7.1cm×7.0cm×H5.3cmThe works of Shinjiro Aika are best described as “beyond profitability.”
He is a ceramic artist who relentlessly fires his pieces until they meet his own high standards, resulting in truly outstanding creations.
This particular Guinomi was fired in his kiln in Ushimado and is made in the Shigaraki style.
The natural ash glaze flowing dramatically from the front and reverse side is nothing short of breathtaking.
Its vivid, clear green hue complements the Shigaraki clay body perfectly, giving the piece a refreshing and translucent quality.
The clay surface itself is exceptional, with a deep, glossy orange tone that appears almost wet to the eye.
Together with the serene green glaze, the piece evokes the image of pure mountain spring water cascading over smooth stones.
Kei Fujiwara - Bizen Hidasuki Shuhai
49,500 YEN
size : W6.9cm×6.5cm×H5.5cmThis is a Bizen Hidasuki Guinomi by Kei Fujiwara, a beloved artist known for his bold yet gentle style.
Judging from its style and firing, this piece likely dates from his mid-career period. It features the distinctive red clay tones and bold Hidasuki lines typical of the Fujiwara family.
The cup has a large, open form created with fluent wheel-throwing, reflecting Kei Fujiwara’s reputation as a heavy drinker who favored generously shaped sake vessels.
The surface is covered with deep Hidasuki markings over a matte red clay body that resembles unglazed earthenware in texture. The vivid orange lines, formed by burning rice straw, appear almost as if the straw’s essence was condensed and transferred directly onto the piece. The contrast between the matte body and the glossy Hidasuki marks gives the piece a striking visual character.
Inside the cup, the texture shifts noticeably—smooth and smoky from the straw’s combustion—creating a lovely contrast to the exterior. It's a piece that invites you to enjoy not just sake, but also the evolving character of its surface as you drink.
Rokuro Nakamura - Bizen Guinomi
165,000 YENSold out
size : W7.7cm×7.8cm×H5.3cmThis is Guinomi made by Rokuro Nakamura who is called a master of sake ware.
The Nakamura clan's unique body design makes it very easy to hold.
I assume from the design and the wooden box that he worked on it after the age of 80.
It is quite large, but very easy to grip, as is typical of Rokuro Nakamura, who loves to drink.
The gentle scarlet color of Hidasuki and the wild body seem to be unbalanced, but I think they go very well together.
Takashi Baba - Shizuku Hai
17,600 YEN
size : W9.7cm×9.6cm×H4.7cmTakashi Baba is a ceramic style that combines sculpture and Bizen ware.
He uses a lot of shavings and patterns to create highly artistic works.
This Guinomi was fired by him in Februaly 2025, combining a Bizen clay body with feldspar glaze.
The surface features scattered feldspar grains that seem to burst from the matte orange background, creating a mysterious and striking effect.
The glaze has been pushed to its limits, creating the appearance of ice crystals lightly clinging to the surface.
The form is simple, inspired by the shape of an Ido chawan, with a subtle cut in the Koudai.
Its straightforward shape allows you to fully enjoy the bold and experimental firing.
Michiaki Kaneshige - Imbe Guinomi
44,000 YENSold out
size : W6.5cm×6.5cm×H5.5cmMichiaki Kaneshige is the eldest son of Toyo Kanesige.
He creates traditional Bizen ware and innovative sculptures while following the teachings of his father, Toyo Kaneshige.
The work is very simple in style, but it is filled with Michiaki's ceramic aesthetics.
Red, orange, purplish red, brown, etc. are rapidly changing to create a complex and wonderful clay color.
When you pour liquor, the clay color gets wet and becomes a more wonderful color that intoxicates you.
Mitsuru Isezaki - Imbe Guinomi
17,600 YEN
size : W6.2cm×5.9cm×H6.0cmMitsuru Isezaki is one of the potters who inherited Bizen ware redeveloped by Toyo Kanesige.
His pottery style is simple and undecorated to show off the goodness of the clay.
This work was fired by him around 2004.
The surface of this Guinomi has a rainbow-colored fire pattern called "Kinsai".
Due to the influence of Kinsai, Hangzhou has also changed to a metallic color.
His resume and the yellow cloth were not included, so I have enclosed ones prepared by our gallery.
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