Uchikoshi is located west of Izumo City, hence its name "Uchikoshi" (meaning "west of"). In 1947, during the post-World War II era when resources and food were severely scarce, five young individuals—Hirokatsu Tatōna, Hisahito Inoue, Chiyokichi Kageyama, Yoshio Tatōna, and Kūkai Nakajima—wanted to contribute to their community. Learning that the clay from Uchikoshi was highly adhesive and ideal for pottery, these five, with no prior pottery experience, first received guidance at the Izumo City Industrial Testing Center. Their initial goal was to emulate Old Imari and Kyō-yaki styles. Later, influenced by the Mingei (folk art) movement advocated by Sōetsu Yanagi, they sought technical advice from renowned Mingei masters like Kanjiro Kawai, gradually developing the mature style seen today.
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Uchikoshi Kiln Coffee Cup
SIZE: Diameter 6.5cm x Height 6cm
Uchikoshi Kiln Coffee Saucer
SIZE: Diameter 14.5cm x Height 2.5cm
*Hand-fired iron-painted patterns, glaze colors, and dimensions may vary slightly.
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- Uchikoshi Kiln pieces are characterized by their lack of excessive ornamentation, focusing instead on vibrant glaze colors. They are designed as everyday tableware that is easy to incorporate into daily life. The pieces do not impose their presence too strongly, making them suitable for both Japanese and Western cuisine. Uchikoshi Kiln balances beauty with practicality, which is why so many people favor their creations.
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