{"product_id":"japanese-kohiki-square-plate","title":"Japanese Kohiki Square Plate","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHandcrafted in Japan by \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHyozangama (兵山窯)\u003c\/span\u003e, this small square plate has a quiet, rustic character shaped by subtle irregularities in form and surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe plate is finished using the traditional \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ekohiki (粉引) technique\u003c\/span\u003e, in which white slip is applied over an iron-rich clay body and covered with a translucent glaze. The softly uneven application allows scattered iron speckles, gentle tonal variations, and warm traces of the darker clay to emerge through the creamy white surface. Along the irregular rim, areas where the slip and glaze thin reveal earthy brown tones, beautifully emphasizing the character of the clay beneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA loosely drawn \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003espiral motif\u003c\/span\u003e at the center adds a simple, expressive gesture, appearing softly through the glazed surface rather than as a sharply defined decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEach plate is individually handcrafted, resulting in slight differences in shape, glaze, markings, and firing. Its gently lifted corners give the small vessel a sculptural quality while making it ideal for serving condiments, pickles, sweets, or small accompaniments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDimensions: W \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1rem;\"\u003e4.13” x L 3.94” x H 0.98”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eHandcrafted in Japan by Hyozangama.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eNatural variations in form, glaze, iron spotting, and surface are characteristic of kohiki ceramics and make each piece unique.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Hyozangama: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHyozangama (兵山窯) is a Japanese pottery kiln known for tableware that brings together traditional ceramic techniques and an understated, contemporary sensibility. Its work emphasizes the natural qualities of clay, glaze, and firing, often leaving subtle irregularities and variations visible as part of each vessel’s character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eMany Hyozangama pieces draw from the vocabulary of traditional Japanese ceramics, including surfaces such as \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ekohiki (粉引)\u003c\/span\u003e, where white slip is layered over a darker clay body and finished with glaze. Rather than creating a perfectly uniform surface, these treatments allow iron speckling, variations in tone, glaze pooling, and glimpses of the underlying clay to become part of the decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eForms are typically simple and functional, designed for everyday use while retaining the warmth associated with handcrafted Japanese \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eutsuwa\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Slight differences in shape, surface, and firing give each piece an individual presence and allow the character of the material to remain visible.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hyozangama","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48422829326525,"sku":null,"price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/5217\/3245\/files\/IMG_4392_190b2fac-9635-4b4f-b85a-a0479695fd48.jpg?v=1789162133","url":"https:\/\/www.earthenarchive.com\/products\/japanese-kohiki-square-plate","provider":"EarthenArchive","version":"1.0","type":"link"}