Koishiwara Ware Yamamaru Kiln Holly Leaf Plate Medium yamamaru-080

Deep green and lustrous crackle glaze create a beautiful effect. Yamamaru Kiln's leaf-shaped plate adds an accent to your table. This uniquely shaped leaf-patterned plate is crafted by Yamamaru Kiln, a traditional craft producer of Koishiwara ware in Fukuoka Prefecture. Its most striking feature is the deep, mesmerizing green glaze. The glossy, glass-like surface displays beautiful crackle patterns called “kannyu,” formed during the cooling process after firing. These patterns reveal different expressions depending on how the light hits them. The shape mimics holly leaves with slightly defined edges. The surface features meticulously applied stippling for leaf veins, showcasing the delicacy of handcrafted work. ■ Recommended Uses: A versatile medium-sized or oblong plate. For Japanese cuisine: Serve sashimi platters, grilled fish fillets, or rolled omelets. The green hue complements the reds and yellows of ingredients. As an appetizer plate: Ideal for plating three-item hors d'oeuvres or other small bites. For desserts: Presenting Japanese sweets or cut fruit creates an elegant Japanese-style cafe ambiance. For seasonal displays: The holly shape is perfect for Christmas table settings or as an accent piece during New Year celebrations. This piece maintains traditional techniques while offering a modern aesthetic that fits seamlessly into contemporary dining. 【Important Notes】 ※Each piece is handmade by artisans, resulting in slight variations in glaze application, color, shape, and size. Please appreciate these as the unique character of handcrafted work. ※Surface crackle patterns are a characteristic glazing technique called “crazing” and are not cracks or damage. 【Koishiwara Ware, Yamamaru Kiln】 Yamamaru Kiln's works are crafted with a dedication to Koishiwara clay and handmade glazes. These vessels possess an aura as if born from the vast nature of Toho Village. The charm lies in how Koishiwara Ware techniques harmonize with natural textures. Popular series include acorn-shaped chawanmushi steamers and mushroom-shaped mugs, featuring nature-inspired motifs like acorns and mushrooms. The vessels crafted by Yamamaru Kiln's 15th-generation master, Kajiwara Shōtarō, convey the warmth of the clay through their shapes and hues. Their forest motifs and charming forms are beloved. 【Potter Kajiwara Shōtarō】Personal Comment I will strive even harder to create vessels that bring joy to our customers. 【Profile】 Born May 1, 2001 Graduated from Ukiha Kyushinkan High School in 2019 After studying pottery in Kyoto for two years, currently creating works as the 15th generation of Yamamaru Kiln Present ■Due to monitor settings, the actual color may differ from the displayed photo. ■Occasionally, small indentations called “pinhole” (about 1mm) may be present. Pinhole is a characteristic phenomenon of pottery and is not a defect. ◇Specifications◇ ●Size: Height approx. 23.0cm, Width approx. 13.0cm, Depth approx. 1.0cm ●Material: Koishiwara clay ●Features: Microwave safe, dishwasher safe, oven safe ※Not suitable for direct flame ●Ceramic type: Koishiwara ware ●Place of production: Higashimine Village, Fukuoka Prefecture ●Artisan: Yamamaru Kiln, Kajiwara Shōtarō