Imbe Mukozuke

They inherit the careful and quiet style of Yuho Kaneshige.
In fact, when the studio was first founded, they were too afraid to use Bizen clay—it was simply too precious.

You can clearly sense the care and respect they have for their materials.
This Mukozuke by Toukoubou Yu is a luxurious piece made with exceptionally fine Bizen clay—the very clay the two potters once felt was “too precious to use.” Subtle undulations remain in the clay, letting the maker’s quiet breath linger within a rigorously unadorned form.

Rich in mountain soil, the body and the Kase-Goma-forward firing evoke the dignified austerity and vibrant earthen life often seen in Yuho Kaneshige’s mid-period works.

The strength and usability of old Bizen suribachi are deftly translated into a modern design, making it versatile for everything from side dishes to slightly sauced foods—and even desserts or fruit.

Here, the color and texture of Bizen clay and the high technical standard of Toukoubou Yu’s tableware come together seamlessly, achieving a poised balance of simplicity, function, and presence.

About Toukoubou Yuu

Toukoubou Yuu was established in 2011 by three former apprentices of Yuho Kaneshige, a distinguished Bizen ware artist.

The studio’s current members are:

Shusaku Kaneshige (born 1978)

Yousaku Kaneshige (born 1980)