66 dinner plates

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

In their studio, several kilns have been built, centered around a giant wood-fired kiln over 10 meters long. Typically, wood-fired kilns are fired for 2 to 3 days, but Seikou's signature Nanban Yakishime is fired continuously for 10 days.Dozens of tons of firewood are consumed in a single firing.

The Morioka couple's production method is thus very demanding. They have delivered vibrant works that convey the energy of the flames inside the kiln.

This is a Western-style plate made with Nanban Yakishime. Its extremely easy-to-use shape and size make it 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 at our store.

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

Diameter: Approximately 23.5cm / Height: Approximately 4cm

*As these are artisan works, each item varies in color, shape, size, and thickness, and there are individual differences.
*Yakishime works undergo changes over time. Especially when first used, oil stains are easily absorbed, but by using it constantly without worrying, the entire piece will blend in and the vessel will develop beautifully. If you are concerned, soak it in water before use, wipe it off, and then use it to make it less prone to change.
*Please refrain from using in microwaves,ovens, or direct flames.
*Returns and refunds are not accepted. Please understand this before purchasing.

Brief Biography of Seikou Morioka
Born in Nara Prefecture in 1948, raised in Wakayama Prefecture. Began pottery at age 25, building 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 one of his large jars being housed in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York.