{"product_id":"p7303","title":"Bizen ware petal-rimmed dish","description":"This Bizen flower-shaped plate was created by Koji Nakahara, who studied under Fumio Kawabata and aims to craft pieces that suit modern life.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWhile Mr. Nakahara is based in Osaka and primarily works with 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 pure Bizen ware work.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nTrue to Mr. Nakahara’s reputation for creating tableware commissioned by high-end restaurants and chefs, this piece possesses a sophisticated atmosphere and a color palette that brings out the unique qualities of Bizen clay.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe vivid \"nuke\" (fire-scar) in the center is beautiful on its own, but it also accentuates the colors of the food served upon it, completing the dining table as a single work of art.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe flower-shaped design, which carries a hint of an ethnic aesthetic, reflects the joy Mr. Nakahara has recently found in creating intricate decorative pieces.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nBefore use, it is recommended to soak this piece in water for about 10 minutes; this will enhance its color and help prevent stains and odors.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWe have additional stock of the same model and firing available, so please feel free to contact us if you are interested in purchasing a set.\n\nNo box\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 20.3cm x 19.8cm x Height 1.9cm\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\nSubsequently, in 2001, he graduated from the Bizen Ceramic Center in Bizen City.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThat same year, he began studying under Fumio Kawabata, and in 2007, he joined the Kaneshige Ritoen kiln.\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 Kogei Exhibition and various public 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":46618116030561,"sku":"7303","price":8800.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/7303.jpg?v=1790232507","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p7303","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}