{"product_id":"japanese-iron-painted-ash-glazed-katakuchi-guinomi","title":"Japanese  Iron-Painted Ash Glazed Katakuchi \u0026 Guinomi","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA beautifully expressive katakuchi pouring vessel and accompanying guinomi sake cup by Kyoto-based ceramic artist Yuichi Ikai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFinished in a soft, luminous blue ash glaze, both pieces feature a smooth surface accented by fluid, iron-rich markings. The subtle variations in color and texture create an atmospheric, almost painterly quality, reminiscent of an abstract landscape. The glaze shifts between delicate sky-blue and muted earthy tones, revealing the natural beauty of the materials and the unpredictable character of the firing process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe katakuchi features a gently flared rim and hand-formed spout, while the accompanying guinomi echoes its organic silhouette. Their softly irregular forms balance delicacy with strength, reflecting Ikai’s distinctive approach to traditional Japanese ceramics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAsh glazing is an ancient Japanese ceramic technique that incorporates plant ash to create rich, nuanced surfaces. Drawing on this tradition, Ikai brings a contemporary sensibility to his work, allowing the interplay of clay, glaze, and fire to shape each piece’s individual character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDesigned for the quiet ritual of enjoying sake, the set is equally compelling as a pair of sculptural objects. Rooted in Kyoto’s rich ceramic heritage, these vessels embody a timeless appreciation for craftsmanship, natural materials, and the beauty of everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eKatakuchi: W 4\" x L 3.25\" x H 3.75\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGuinomi: W. 2.25\" x L 2.5\" x H 1.75\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHand-crafted in Kyoto, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yuichi Ikai","offers":[{"title":"Katakuchi \u0026 Guinomi Set","offer_id":67756844548285,"sku":null,"price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Katakuchi only","offer_id":67756844581053,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Guinomi only","offer_id":67756844613821,"sku":null,"price":155.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/5217\/3245\/files\/IMG_4974.jpg?v=1791923525","url":"https:\/\/www.earthenarchive.com\/products\/japanese-iron-painted-ash-glazed-katakuchi-guinomi","provider":"EarthenArchive","version":"1.0","type":"link"}