Hagi Ware Kakewake Small Plates (Set of 2)

Hagi Ware Kakewake Small Plates (Set of 2)

Name: Hagi Ware Kakewake Small Plates (Set of 2)
Brand: Yamato Harunobu Shoroku Kiln
SKU: ymt010020103
Price: 109.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$109.00

A quiet dialogue of earth and fire, these Kakewake small plates are a testament to the Hagi ware tradition. Crafted by Yamato Harunobu Shoroku Kiln—where every step from clay processing to firing is done on site—each plate reveals a unique balance of soft grays, blushed pinks, and burnished copper tones. The subtle divide across the surface, known as kakewake, suggests the passing of time or shifting light, captured in clay.

Ideal for wagashi, condiments, or small offerings, the plates are sized for daily use yet carry the serene weight of centuries-old craft. Sold as a set of two, no two are ever exactly alike.

Details

Size: W 5.3in x L 5.3in x H 0.8in / W 13.5cm x L 13.5cm x H 2cm
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 Kakewake Small Plates (Set of 2)

$109.00

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.