Hagi Ware Kohiki Plates (Set of 2)

Name: Hagi Ware Kohiki Plates (Set of 2)
Brand: Yamato Harunobu Shoroku Kiln
SKU: ymt010020101
Price: 139.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$139.00

A gentle meeting of ash, earth, and fire—these oval plates from Yamato Harunobu Shoroku Kiln reflect the quiet confidence of Hagi ware at its most expressive. Layers of warm ochre and smoky grey move across the surface like brushstrokes, blending soft matte textures with a glassy, kiln-born sheen.

Each piece is shaped and glazed by hand, allowing subtle variations in hue and contour. The palette—neither fixed nor forced—evokes the spontaneity of the firing process, where molten ash meets clay in unrepeatable ways. Slightly raised at the rim, the plates offer both function and poise, ideal for serving seasonal dishes with understated elegance.

This set carries forward over a century of ceramic tradition—quietly, and without compromise.

Details

Size: W 7.9in x L 5.1in x H 1in / W 20cm x L 13cm x H 2.5cm
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 Kohiki Plates (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.