Iron-Sanded Compote Dish, 13cm | Furutani Ceramics Studio

Warm and expressive ceramics

Because they are items used daily, we focus on designs that are warm and simple, ensuring you never tire of them. Each piece is carefully handcrafted in Shigaraki, Shiga Prefecture, with thoughtful attention to ease of handling and comfort, creating pottery that gently accompanies the user's daily life.

"Kohiki" is a technique where white slip (a liquid clay used to create a white finish, distinct from glaze) is applied over brown clay before firing. By applying white slip to a specially formulated red clay from Shigaraki that is rich in iron and firing it twice, a soft and gentle white texture is achieved. The charm lies in the unique expression of Kohiki, which feels rustic yet somewhat elegant at the same time.

The faint pink spots are a kiln-change effect known as "Gohonde." The black dots that appear here and there, called "Tetsusan" (iron sprinkle), are caused by the iron content in the clay during firing. Both are natural expressions, and along with individual variations in firing color and slip coverage, you can enjoy the unique character that only handmade items possess. The gentle white enhances the color of your food, harmonizing with both Japanese and Western cuisine, as well as with other tableware.

Even everyday meals become comforting and pleasant when served on pottery from Furutani Pottery. It’s the kind of tableware that makes you want to cherish not just special occasions, but your casual, everyday meals as well. It is pottery that quietly nestles into your daily life.