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Japanese pottery is among the earliest known ceramics. Its breadth of design, breathtaking beauty and varied use of clay makes Japanese pottery one of the world’s most loved.

Particularly evocative are items crafted for the Japanese tea ceremony, but all ceramic wares in Japan are expected to nourish the soul and mind, just as the food which they hold provides for the body.

In Japan the word yaki refers to ceramics, earthenware and porcelain of which there are many types, including Arita and Imari, Bizen, Hagi, Karatsu, Kutani, Mino, Raku, Seto, Satsuma, Shigaraki and Tamba.

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Japanese Studio Ware Ceramic Vase
Japanese Studio Ware Ceramic Vase - JC9J256
Our Price: $1,895.00

Dazzling Japanese ceramic vase with a motif of stylized crane amid grasses, contemporary.  Glossy, robust, impressive studio ware.  Lustrous glaze in rich chocolate and rust.  A unique statement piece for any interior, this vase can accommodate a tall display of flowers or foliage.  Dimensions:  13” x 13”.
Japanese Bizen Ceramic Vase
Japanese Bizen Ceramic Vase - JC9J257
Our Price: $1,995.00

Elegant Japanese Bizen ceramic vase in stout, globe form, contemporary.  A dramatic example of Bizen yaki, one of Japan's best known classic and ancient pottery styles loved for its use of natural shapes and the rich color of the clay. Its simplicity and beauty are noted for capturing the Zen essence of wabi sabi.  Large and impressive, a unique statement piece for any interior, this vase can accommodate a tall display of flowers or foliage.  Dimensions:  14” x 14”.
Japanese Ceramic Vase, Studio Ware
Japanese Ceramic Vase, Studio Ware - JC9J258
Our Price: $1,895.00

Dramatic Japanese ceramic vase in stout, globe form, contemporary.  Large and impressive studio ware, chocolate and cream with great artistic panache.  A unique statement piece for any interior, this vase can accommodate a tall display of flowers or foliage.  Dimensions:   13” x 14”.
Japanese Shigaraki Ceramic Sake
Japanese Shigaraki Ceramic Sake Storage Jar - JP9J41
Our Price: $1,295.00

Wonderful, old Japanese Shigaraki ceramic sake jar, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.  A fine example of the famous pottery crafted at Shigaraki, one of the six ancient kilns of Japan, near Kyoto.  Shigaraki dates to the medieval period, and from the 17th century has producing stunning glazed pottery of this type for functional use.  Beautiful glaze with lovely green/blue bands from top to bottom in traditional Shigaraki fashion.  A striking display item or for use with dramatic ikebana display. These are becoming rarer and rarer to find. Great collector’s item! Very good condition.  Dimensions:  19” x 12”.
Japanese Sake Storage Jar, Shigaraki Kiln
Japanese Ceramic Sake Storage Jar, Shigaraki Kiln - JP9J42
Our Price: $1,395.00

Fantastic, old Japanese Shigaraki ceramic sake storage jar, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.  A fine example of the famous pottery crafted at Shigaraki, one of the six ancient kilns of Japan, near Kyoto.  Shigaraki dates to the medieval period, and from the 17th century has producing stunning glazed pottery of this type for functional use.  Beautiful watermelon glaze with lovely green bands from top to bottom in traditional Shigaraki fashion.  A striking display item or for use with dramatic ikebana display. These are becoming rarer and rarer to find. Great collector’s item! Very good condition.  Dimensions:  16” x 9”.
Japanese Shigaraki Ceramic Sake Jar
Japanese Shigaraki Ceramic Sake Jar - JP9J43
Our Price: $1,295.00

Great, old Japanese Shigaraki ceramic sake storage jar, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.  A fine example of the famous pottery crafted at Shigaraki, one of the six ancient kilns of Japan, near Kyoto.  Shigaraki dates to the medieval period, and from the 17th century has producing stunning glazed pottery of this type for functional use.  Beautiful watermelon glaze with lovely green bands from top to bottom in traditional Shigaraki fashion.  A striking display item or for use with dramatic ikebana display. These are becoming rarer and rarer to find. Great collector’s item! Very good condition.  Dimensions:  12” x 8”.
Japanese Shigaraki Jar, Sake Storage
Japanese Shigaraki Ceramic Jar, Sake Storage - JP9J44
Our Price: $1,495.00

Striking, old Japanese Shigaraki ceramic jar, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.  A fine example of the famous pottery crafted at Shigaraki, one of the six ancient kilns of Japan, near Kyoto.  Shigaraki dates to the medieval period, and from the 17th century has producing stunning glazed pottery of this type for functional use.  Beautiful watermelon glaze with lovely green bands from top to bottom in traditional Shigaraki fashion.  A splendid display item or for use with dramatic ikebana display. These are becoming rarer and rarer to find. Great collector’s item! Very good condition.  Dimensions:  16.5” x 9”.
Japanese Bizen Ceramic Floral Vase
Japanese Bizen Ceramic Floral Vase - JJ9JU119
Our Price: $295.00
Sale Price: $195.00

Charming Japanese Bizen ceramic ikebana vase, mid-20th century.  An enchanting example of Bizen yaki, one of Japan's best known classic and ancient pottery styles loved for its use of natural shapes and the rich color of the clay. Its simplicity and beauty are noted for capturing the Zen essence of wabi sabi. Signed/inscribed.   Very good condition.  Dimensions:  7” high, 5” diameter.
Japanese Mashiko Ceramic Ikebana Vase
Japanese Mashiko Ceramic Ikebana Vase - JC9J444
Our Price: $1,195.00

Dynamic Japanese Mashiko ceramic vase for ikebana, early-mid 20th century.   Rich black overglaze with sweeping slashes revealing red clay beneath. A large, sturdy, dramatic piece for display or practical use in ikebana floral presentation.  Mashiko is a town renown for this type of appealing Mingei pottery.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  13.5” high, 7” diameter (at widest).
Japanese Kutani Porcelain Sake Flask Tokkuri
Japanese Kutani Porcelain Sake Flask Tokkuri - JW9MY132
Our Price: $795.00
Sale Price: $695.00

Lovely old Japanese red Kutani porcelain sake flask, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.  Rare rust-color, highly nuanced handpainting on substantial form. Vivid colors, charming composition.  Striking scholar’s motif and fabulous patterning throughout. Very good condition.  Dimensions:  10” x 6”.
Huge Japanese Tamba Storage Jar
Huge Japanese Tamba Ceramic Storage Jar - JW9MY1318
Our Price: $1,995.00

Huge Japanese Tamba ceramic storage jar, late Edo - early Meiji period, c. 1850-1880.  The Tamba kiln near Kyoto is famous for glazed earthen- or stoneware vessels. Four hand-formed ears add charm and flair.  Rich bronze-colored glaze.  Enchanting rustic feel and appearance.  Very good condition with minor distress near lip commensurate with age.  Dimensions:  34” high x 18” diameter.
Japanese Ceramic Tea Kettle, Studio Ware
Japanese Ceramic Tea Kettle, Studio Ware - JC9MY85
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Our Price: $395.00

Whimsical, large Japanese ceramic teapot, early-mid 20th century. Highly refined studio ware, skillful rendering with natural woven reed handle  Signed/stamped on underside.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  20” high w/handle, 12” diameter.
Japanese Mashiko Suiban Bonsai or Ikebana Basin
Japanese Mashiko Ceramic Suiban Bonsai or Ikebana Basin - JJ9MY911
Our Price: $395.00
Sale Price: $295.00

Large and striking Japanese Mashiko ceramic suiban bonsai or flower basin, early-mid 20th century.   Rich blue overglaze with nuanced coloring and wave pattern on all sides. A large, sturdy, dramatic display piece of practical usefulness for bonsai or ikebana floral display.  Mashiko is a town renown for this type of appealing Mingei pottery.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  3” x 11” x 18”.
Japanese Celadon Style Suiban Bonsai or Ikebana Basin
Japanese Celadon Style Ceramic Suiban Bonsai or Ikebana Basin - JJ9MY912
Our Price: $295.00
Sale Price: $195.00

Refined Japanese celadon style ceramic suiban bonsai or flower basin, early-mid 20th century.   Delicate green overglaze.  A sturdy, dramatic display piece of practical usefulness for bonsai or ikebana floral display.   Very good condition.  Dimensions:  2.5” x 12” x 16”.
Japanese Ceramic Suiban for Ikebana
Japanese Ceramic Suiban for Ikebana - JJ9MY93
Our Price: $295.00
Sale Price: $195.00

Fine Japanese ceramic suiban or flower basin, Showa period, mid-20th century.   Delicate, baby-blue overglaze.  A sturdy, dramatic display piece of practical usefulness for bonsai or ikebana floral display.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  2.5” x 13.5”.
Japanese Mashiko Ceramic Suiban for Ikebana
Japanese Mashiko Ceramic Suiban for Ikebana - JJ9MY96
Our Price: $195.00
Sale Price: $149.00

Excellent Japanese Mashiko ceramic suiban or flower basin, early-mid 20th century.   Rich, royal blue overglaze.  A sturdy, dramatic display piece of practical usefulness for bonsai or ikebana floral display.  Mashiko is a town renown for this type of appealing Mingei pottery.  Very good condition with minor wear along edge.  Dimensions:  2.5” x 9” x 13”.
Japanese Black Raku Tea Bowl Shoraku
Japanese Black Raku Ceramic Tea Bowl by Shoraku III - JI9A1617
Our Price: $995.00

Superb Japanese black Raku ceramic ware ceramic tea bowl by Sasaki Shoraku III, one of Kyoto’s most renowned raku-yaki potters, mid-20th century. Striking replica of Ooguro, a master black tea bowl by Choujirou (C. 1573-1592) originated by Rikyu.  Rich, thick black glaze, fine texture and form. A unique and highly appealing item for the tea ceremony practitioner or enthusiast. Raku potter’s seal mark on underside.  Comes with inscribed tomobako kiri wood storage box. Very good condition.  Dimensions:  3.75” high, 4.5” diameter.
Japanese Seto Chaire Tea Caddy, Sasada Hitoshi
Japanese Seto Ceramic Chaire Tea Caddy, Sasada Hitoshi - JI9A1618
Our Price: $995.00

Exquisite Japanese Seto ceramic chaire, tea caddy or storage pot by Sasada Hitoshi, mid-20th century.  A remarkable replica of Yarinosaya, a renowned tea caddy owned by Toyotomi Hideyoshi to Matsudaira Fumaikou. Traditionally used to store matcha, the thick powdered tea used for the tea ceremony. Lovely elongated shape with a deep chocolate brown glaze.  Comes with shifuku (silk storage bag) and inscribed kiri wood storage box. Very good condition.  Dimensions:  4” high, 2” diameter.
Japanese Ceramic Sake Set, Takenaka Sayaka
Japanese Ceramic Sake Set, Takenaka Sayaka - JI9A1619
Our Price: $695.00

Splendid, Japanese six-piece ceramic sake set by Takenaka Sayaka, contemporary.  Remarkable rendering made to resemble metal.  Rich color, charming form.  An exceptional collector’s item!  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  4.5” high, 10” wide (tray).
Japanese Tea Bowl, Hagi - Zendaitokuji Sekiou
Japanese Tea Bowl, Hagi Ceramic by Zendaitokuji Sekiou - JI9A1622
Our Price: $695.00

Exquisite Japanese Hagi ware ceramic tea bowl or chawan, contemporary. Traditional rose-colored hagi yaki by potter Zendaitokuji Sekiou, a famed Hagi craftsman.  Replica of ido chawan.  Comes with tomobako kiri wood storage box. Dimensions:  3” high, 5.5” diameter.
Japanese Tea Ceremony Mizusashi, Sometsuke
Japanese Tea Ceremony Ceramic Mizusashi, Sometsuke - JI9A1623
Our Price: $1,295.00

Gorgeous Japanese sometsuke (blue and white) ceramic, pentagon-shaped, mizusashi for use in chanoya, the tea ceremony, contemporary.  Sakuragawa (tantansai) style with black lacquer lid.  The mizusashi, or fresh water jar, is a substantial element in the ceremony, larger than most of the other utensils and dramatic in function and appearance.  Comes the tomobako kiri wood storage box.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  4.25” high, 8” diameter.
Japanese Raku Tea Bowl, Tayama Hounan
Japanese Raku Ceramic Tea Bowl, Tayama Hounan - JI9A1626
Our Price: $2,995.00

Glorious Japanese black Raku ware ceramic tea bowl by Tayama Hounan, 20th century.  Exquisite example of famed ceramic originating in 16th-century in Kyoto prefecture.  Rich, thick black glaze, fine texture and form. A unique and highly appealing item for the tea ceremony practitioner or enthusiast.  Comes with inscribed tomobako kiri wood storage box. Very good condition with deliberate kintsunagi, gold repair.  Dimensions:  4” high, 4” diameter.
Japanese Shino Tea Bowl, Tayama Hounan
Japanese Shino Ceramic Tea Bowl, Tayama Hounan - JI9A1628
Our Price: $2,995.00

Earthy Japanese Shino ware ceramic bowl by Tayama Hounan, early-mid 20th century.  Rustic form and colorations.  Fine speckling of red clay beneath traditional milky glaze.  Whimsical crane motif.  Exceptionally well conceived and rendered. Signed by artist.  Comes with kiri wood storage box.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  4.75” high, 4.75 diameter.
Japanese Shino Suiban for Ikebana, Tayama Hounan
Japanese Shino Ceramic Suiban for Ikebana, Tayama Hounan - JI9A1629
Our Price: $3,995.00

Striking Japanese Shino ceramic suiban or flower basin by renowned artist Tayama Hounan, contemporary.   Eye-catching, speckled gray (nezumi) overglaze shows traces of rich, red clay beneath.  Scalloped form mimics flower petal.  Kotobuki character at center wishing good luck.  A sturdy, dramatic piece of practical usefulness for bonsai or ikebana floral display.   Comes with kiri wood tomobako storage box.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  2” high, 9” diameter.
Japanese Lacquer Tea Bowl, Samurai
Japanese Lacquer Tea Bowl, Samurai Motif, Maehata Shunsai - JI9A1631
Our Price: $1,695.00

Exquisite Japanese toushitsu (lacquer on ceramic) tea bowl with samurai motif by noted artist Maehata Shunsai, contemporary.  A third-generation artist, Maehata Shunsai (b. 1964) received the official title Master of Traditional Arts (dento kogeishi) in 1994. This recognition, which precedes designation as a Living National Treasure, had also been awarded to his father, Maehata Gaho. Traditional kabuto (helmet), sword and arrows design finely rendered in red and gold against glossy blackground. Sublime form with gorgeous lines.  Comes with tomobako kiri wood storage box. Very good condition.  Dimensions:  3” high, 4.75” diameter.
Japanese Karatsu Ceramic Chawan Tea Bowl
Japanese Karatsu Ceramic Chawan Tea Bowl - JJ9A231
Our Price: $595.00

Earthy Japanese Karatsu ceramic chawan or tea bowl, early 20th century. Warm, light olive glaze with characteristic speckling throughout, rimmed by iron red.   Rustic, down-to-earth form, especially comfortable in the hand. Comes with kiri wood storage box.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:
Japanese Karatsu Chaire Tea Jar, Mishima Style
Japanese Karatsu Chaire Tea Storage Jar, Mishima Style - JJ9A232
Our Price: $495.00
Sale Price: $395.00

Wonderful Japanese Karatsu ceramic chaire tea storage jar for the tea ceremony,  early 20th century.  Mishima style with charming white accents in warm gray ground. Finely conceived and skillfully rendered.   Comes with shifuku (silk storage bag) and kiri wood storage box.   Very good condition.  Dimensions:  2.5" x 4".
Japanese Takatori Ceramic Tea Bowl
Japanese Takatori Ceramic Tea Bowl - JJ9A233
Our Price: $495.00
Sale Price: $395.00

Artful Japanese Takatori ceramic chawan or tea bowl, early 20th century.  Takatori pottery, from the Chikuzen area (Fukuoka Prefecture), traces its roots to Korean potters who were brought back to Japan after Hideyoshi's invasions at the end of the 16th century. Stunning organic glaze with characteristic mélange of color and pattern throughout.   Refined form, restful in the hand. Comes with kiri wood storage box.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  3" x 5".
Japanese Oribe Ceramic Summer Tea Bowl
Japanese Oribe Ceramic Summer Tea Bowl - JJ9A234
Our Price: $595.00
Sale Price: $495.00

Inspired Japanese Oribe ceramic summer tea bowl, early 20th century. Exquisite low form, typically for seasonal use, deep iron and green glazing typical of the Oribe kiln, fine crackling throughout.  A unique and highly appealing item for the tea ceremony practitioner or enthusiast! Stamped on underside. Comes with kiri wood storage box.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  2" x 6".
Japanese Karatsu Ceramic Summer Tea Bowl
Japanese Karatsu Ceramic Summer Tea Bowl - JJ9A235
Our Price: $495.00
Sale Price: $395.00

Impressive Japanese Karatsu ceramic summer tea bowl, mid-20th century. Exquisite low form, typically used in summer, speckled beige ground with milky wash.  A unique and highly appealing item for the tea ceremony practitioner or enthusiast! Stamped on underside. Comes with kiri wood storage box.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  2" x 6".
   
 
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