Hagi Ware Himon Oval Bowls (Set of 2)

Name: Hagi Ware Himon Oval Bowls (Set of 2)
Brand: Yamato Harunobu Shoroku Kiln
SKU: ymt010010101
Price: 139.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$139.00

Fired in the heart of Yamaguchi with a technique passed down for over a century, these Himon Oval Bowls embody the elemental beauty of Hagi ware. Each piece is shaped by hand and fired with a natural ash glaze that invites the unpredictable: ribbons of earthen red, smoke-gray, and warm ochre bloom across the surface in a quiet, volcanic dance.

The edges ripple like wind-carved stone, while the matte texture speaks to the softness of the Daido clay beneath. As you use them, the glaze will deepen and evolve—an echo of the Hagi no nanabake, the seven stages of change that define true Hagi ware.

Sold as a pair, these bowls are ideal for serving side dishes, fruit, or simply for display. Each piece is unique, bearing the subtle marks of flame and time.

Details

Size: W 7.9in x L 5.1in x H 1.6in / W 20cm x L 13cm x H 4cm
Material: Ceramic

Due to handmade porcelain and glazing characteristics, each product has subtle variations in size, shape, texture, and appearance.

Care & Use

Handwash only
Do not use in the oven or microwave
Keep it dry
Avoid sudden temperature changes
Avoid metal scrubs or abrasive detergents
Store safely

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Hagi Ware Himon Oval Bowls (Set of 2)

$139.00

Meet the Artisan

Yamato Harunobu Shoroku Kiln

The roots of Yamato Harunobu Shoroku Kiln reach back to the Meiji era, when Harunobu, son of Sakutaro—the founder of the original Shoroku kiln—established his own workshop in the Hagi tradition. Though its precise founding date is unknown, the kiln has been active for over a century, preserved through generations under the name Yamato Harunobu Shoroku. Located in Yamaguchi City, the kiln is distinguished by its dedication to complete on-site production. More than 1,000 tons of native Hagi clay are stored and processed within the property, and even the water used in the clay and glaze preparation is drawn from a deep well beneath the kiln. Every step—from soil refinement and glaze formulation to shaping, firing, and finishing—is carried out within the same grounds. This self-sufficient approach allows the kiln to maintain both material integrity and artistic continuity. Today, the current generation continues to uphold this legacy, crafting vessels that embody the spirit of Hagi ware: rooted in nature, refined through time, and made entirely by hand.