One artist, two brands of Bizen ware. Kiko Ando explains why he created the lines of Kiko and Narutaki and his view on the core value the stoneware offers. Since we’ve met, you’ve always expressed your desire to preserve the Japanese traditional culture as a whole, not just Bizen ware. How does that reflect on …
Mortars and pestles. Maybe the first thing that comes to your mind is, “now there’s a tool no one needs anymore.” Why should you work your elbows off to do the same thing, only slower when we have a blender that does the job? Stop right there! Humans have been using mortar and pestle since …
Mortar and Pestle: The simple tool to change your kitchen experience forever Read More »
While Bizen ware is made of iron-rich clay and sturdy, it does require some care if you want it to last like it’s meant to. Here are some tips we collected from our artists on how to care for Bizen ware. How to wash You can wash them with regular dish soap and air dry …
Hajime Kimura’s family business of Bizen ware kiln goes back to the 14th century. Now, the 21st-century artist explains what role his handcrafted ceramics plays in the world of mass-produced items. You’ve said your customers are mainly older age groups. Do you make more traditional pieces like pots, sake bottles, and large plates? I used to, …
The third generation of Ichiyou Kiln and his take on Bizen ware for consumers today. Read More »
You’ve probably been hearing the word “mindfulness” and “consciousness” in a lifestyle. It’s been a popular topic, hasn’t it? The conscious living is about extending your awareness and taking control of certain aspects of life instead of drifting through it. You pay attention to what, why, and how to your diet, environment, and all other …
I hesitated to post this recipe. It’s almost too simple to be on the website to share with anyone. Who needs to see just “measure, mix and bake” with no special trick?? But these are our favorite cookies. And I figured if anyone’s looking for the world’s easiest recipe with miso, this would be it. …
Hi there, I’m Emi ? Thank you for stopping by, so happy you are here! In summer 2018, we moved from NYC to Japan and settled in a small beautiful town here called Wake (wah-keh). This was a big move as a family with two toddlers, but even before then, we moved almost every year …
Kazuhiko Uchida is a Wake-Town-based Bizen ware artist who’s been in the field for over 20 years. He started studying in his late 20s, became independent in 2005, and has been active in exhibitions within Japan since. In 2018, he participated in a project called “Anagama de Bizen 2018” in France as part of Japonisme …
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This is a recipe that Fabio recently came up with as a homemade dessert while ensuring some good nutrients for the family. Miso has been embedded in my whole life. Literally, every Japanese household has it in the kitchen, and it’s not an overstatement to say it’s one of the Japanese’ most essential ingredients. My …
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