{"product_id":"p6870","title":"Bizen Rinka Plate","description":"This Bizen *rinka* (scalloped) plate is by Koji Nakahara, who studied under Fumio Kawabata and aims to create works that suit modern life.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAlthough Mr. Nakahara is based in Osaka and primarily uses an electric kiln, this piece was fired in a wood-fired kiln at his mentor Mr. Kawabata’s studio in Imbe to ensure it is a purely authentic Bizen-yaki work.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nTrue to Mr. Nakahara’s reputation for creating vessels commissioned by chefs at various high-end restaurants and *ryotei*, this piece features a sophisticated aesthetic and colors that accentuate the natural character of Bizen-yaki.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe vivid *nuke* (bright flash pattern) in the center is beautiful on its own, but it also remarkably enhances the colors of the food served upon it, transforming the dining table into a complete work of art.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe *rinka* design, which carries a hint of an ethnic flair, is wonderful and reflects Mr. Nakahara’s recent passion for crafting intricate decorative pieces.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nBy soaking this piece in water for about 10 minutes before use, the colors will become more vivid and it will be protected from stains and odors.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWe have additional stock of the same model and firing as the piece shown here, so please feel free to contact us if you are interested in purchasing a set.\n\nNo box\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 19.3cm x 19.2cm x Height 2.3cm\n\nKoji Nakahara was born in Osaka Prefecture in 1978.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 2000, he graduated from the advanced course at Nara College of Arts.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFollowing this, in 2001, he graduated from the Bizen Ceramic Center in Bizen City.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThat same year, he began his apprenticeship under Fumio Kawabata and joined the Kaneshige Ritoen studio in 2007.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 2010, he built his own kiln in Osaka and became an independent artist.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSince then, he has actively exhibited his work at the Japan Traditional Art Crafts Exhibition and various other juried competitions.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe is currently a regular member of the Japan Kōgei Association.","brand":"中原幸治","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618068353121,"sku":"6870","price":8800.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/6870.jpg?v=1790231947","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p6870","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}