52 Western Dishes

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

At their studio, several kilns have been built, centered around a giant wood-fired kiln measuring over 10 meters. Normally, wood-fired kilns are fired for 2 to 3 days, but Seikou-san's signature Nanban Yakishime pieces are fired for 10 consecutive days. A single firing consumes tens of tons of firewood.

The Moriokas engage in this highly demanding production method. They have provided us with vibrant works that convey the energy of the flames within 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 are interested in trying yakishime for the first time. It was also the most popular item in our store for customers purchasing Seikou-san's work for the first time.

When the shop owner used it for curry at home, the surface, which had been used for decades, was glossy like lacquer. It had a good feel with the spoon, and I fell in love with it at first sight. The Western-style plates are popular and often out of stock. Please purchase early.

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

*As these are artisan works, each piece varies in color, shape, size, and thickness, resulting in individual differences.
*Yakishime works undergo changes over time. Especially when first used, oil stains may easily adhere, but by using them continuously without concern, the entire piece will become familiar and the vessel will develop 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 in microwaves,ovens, or over open flames.
*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. Began pottery at age 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. He then 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 gained international attention, with his large pots being part of the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York.