55 Western Plate

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.

In their workshop, several kilns have been built, centered around a huge wood-fired kiln over 10m long. Normally, wood-fired kilns are fired for 2-3 days, but Mr. Seikou's signature Nanban Yakishime is fired for 10 days straight.Dozens of tons of firewood are consumed in a single firing.

The Moriokas use a very demanding production method. They have provided us with vibrant pieces that convey the energy of the flames in the kiln.  

This is a Nanban Yakishime western-style plate. It is a very easy-to-use shape and size, highly recommended for those who want to try yakishime for the first time. It was also the most popular item among customers who purchased Seikou's works for the first time in our store.

The store owner used it when he had curry at home, and the surface, which had been used for decades, was glossy like lacquer. The spoon fit well, and he fell in love with it at first sight. Western-style plates are popular and hard to come by. Get yours soon.

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経年変化 (aging). They are particularly prone to oil stains when first used, but by continuing to use them without worrying, they will blend in overall and the vessel will develop beautifully. If you are concerned, soak the vessel in water before use and wipe it dry to make it less prone to change.
microwaves,ovens, and open flames.
*We do not accept returns or refunds. 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 pottery. Afterward, he traveled to 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 a large pot being held in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York.