57 Western Dish

Mr. and Mrs. Morioka are potters who work at the foot of Mt. Koya in Wakayama Prefecture. They say it has been 50 years since they started pottery.

They have several kilns built in their workshop, centered around a huge wood-fired kiln over 10m long. Normally, wood-fired kilns are fired for 2-3 days, but Seikou-san's signature Nanban Yakishime is fired for 10 consecutive days. A single firing consumes tens of tons of firewood.

The Moriokas use such a demanding production method. They have provided us with vibrant works that seem to embody the energy of the flames in the kiln.  

This is a Western-style plate made with Nanban Yakishime. Its shape and size are very easy to use, making it highly recommended for those who want to try Yakishime for the first time. It was also the most popular item in our store for customers buying Seikou-san's work for the first time.

The owner used it to eat curry at home, and its surface, having been used for decades, was glossy like lacquer. Spoons fit well, and it was love at first sight. These Western-style plates are popular and we don't have many in stock. Please get yours soon.

Diameter: Approx. 23.5cm / Height: Approx. 4cm  

*As these are artisan works, each piece varies in color, shape, size, and thickness, with individual differences.
*Yakishime works change over time. Especially when first used, oil stains are easily absorbed, but by continuing to use them without worrying about it, the piece will become familiar overall and age beautifully. If you are concerned, you can make it less prone to change by soaking it in water and wiping it before use.
*Please refrain from using a microwave,oven, or direct flame.
*Returns and refunds are not accepted under any circumstances. Please understand this before purchasing.

Biography of Seikou Morioka
Born in Nara Prefecture in 1948, grew up in Wakayama Prefecture. Started pottery at the age of 25, and built a kiln in Amano at the foot of Mt. Koya. Encountered Nanban Yakishime during a visit to Tanegashima, and has since focused on Yakishime. Afterward, he traveled to various kilns around the world, including North and Central America, Southeast Asia, Korea, and India, to learn about making vessels and earthenware. He is an artist who has attracted attention both domestically and internationally, with one of his large jars being held in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York.