Tasei Kiln
Tasei Kiln has been producing Arita ware in Saga Prefecture for many years. Their pottery is often inspired by the charm of Japan’s four seasons, incorporating both traditional techniques and new technologies to make it environmentally friendly. In the overglaze painting process, they use lead-free paint developed by Arita in consideration of safety. These products can be used comfortably and safely by everyone from small children to the elderly. Additionally, the popular design of the bond motif makes these products suitable as gifts for life's milestones, such as marriage and longevity celebrations.
The Chawanmushi series is a distinctive collection conceived by the previous generation of Tasei Kiln after continuously exploring to create vessels that highlight the kiln's strengths and features. Although a chawanmushi bowl is a single vessel, the manufacturing process involves many steps and requires skilled workmanship to achieve a well-balanced combination of the lid and body.
Originally crafted for use in high-end restaurants, this quality is now made available for enjoyment in the comfort of one's home. With this, authentic flavor and atmosphere can be savored.
The Pink Sakura series is a collection of beautiful items decorated with a delicate sakura cherry blossom motif in pale pink. With over 40 years of experience, the two skilled female artisans behind these pieces first paint the graceful patterns and then coat each item with a luster glaze. Refined and modern, this series appeals to contemporary aesthetic sensibilities while adhering to the high standards of beauty and craftsmanship of Arita porcelain.
Recreating the pink hues is a special challenge due to the consistency of the paint. Accurately masking the painted surface in order to apply a coat of glaze without disturbing the soft edges of the sakura also calls for extreme precision and years of experience.
The items from the Pink Sakura series make for an eye-catching collection of tea ware that will brighten up your tabletop. Although commonly associated with the arrival of spring, the Japanese sakura motif is beloved and timeless, making it one that transcends seasonality. Hence, these elegant items can be used any time throughout the year.
The charm of Tasei Kiln's products is in their unique, simple, and easy-to-use designs, as well as in the delicate colors used in their painting. Their series of matching products will brighten up your tabletop.
Their "Musubi" series is designed perfectly for celebratory occasions, inspired by the auspicious and traditional Japanese craftwork calledmizuhiki. There are designed to be simple yet elegant, and will go well with any other table setting.
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