Country of Origin: Japan
Iga ware is pottery made in the mountain villages around Iga City, Mie Prefecture, separated from Shigaraki in Koka City, Shiga Prefecture, by a single mountain. ●It originated in the late 7th to 8th centuries. Initially, seed jars and other items were made, and during the Azuchi-Momoyama period, it became well-known as pottery for the tea ceremony. Currently, the production of earthenware pots and heat-resistant pottery, which take advantage of the highly fire-resistant properties of the clay, is thriving. ●Like Shigaraki pottery, Iga ware has a different feel from typical porcelain pottery, and is pottery that allows you to enjoy the taste of the clay and glaze in various ways. ●Earthenware is absorbent and breathable, and the glaze has crazing (fine cracks on the surface, not cracks in the pottery body). With use, tea stains and other stains will seep into the crazing and the pottery body. Enjoy the soft charm unique to earthenware and the changing appearance with each use. ●Shigaraki and Iga Pottery: "Hechimon" pottery relies heavily on human hands, resulting in unique pieces that each possess their own distinct character. Within the diverse shapes, you can discover the various characteristics of traditional Shigaraki and Iga ware.
The name "Hechimon" originates from a Shigaraki craftsman's term meaning "something unusual." These pottery pieces possess a variety of expressions, much like the diverse forms created by nature and the individuality of each of us. They are filled with the heartfelt dedication and playful spirit of skilled artisans who value "inhomogeneity."
This heat-resistant small pot is made in the Marubashi district of Iga. It's recommended for use as a dish in a kaiseki meal.
To highlight the texture of the material, the clay is lightly scraped, and a thin layer of irabo glaze is applied to create a weathered, aged look.
A characteristic of traditional Iga heat-resistant clay is that fine cracks appear intermittently on the surface of the pot during initial use. These tiny cracks cause the clay particles to bond together tightly with each heating, resisting expansion and contraction, and actually increasing the strength despite the appearance. Therefore, you can use it with confidence even if you see small or large cracks. Please enjoy the changing texture with each use as part of the aging process unique to pottery.
There may be differences in size, color, and glaze application from individual products to the photos. Please enjoy these as part of the charm of pottery.
Product size: Approx. 13.5 x 9 cm
Product weight: 2.1 kg
Capacity: Approx. 280 ml
Material: Ceramic
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