Shino Blush Footed Rectangle Dinner Plate

Entirely handcrafted, the Shino Blush Footed Rectangle Dinner Plate shows the subtle individuality of the artisan’s hand in every line and curve. Its raised form and softly rounded edges follow a natural rhythm, while rope-impressed textures lend the surface a quiet movement, like traces of wind over sand. A layer of soft pink-white Shino glaze pools richly across the surface, and at the base, the warm orange clay body is visible. 

Each plate is made from mogusa clay and coated with Shino glaze, creating a subtle color unique to every piece. The Shino glaze, made from feldspar, naturally contracts during firing to form a fine, crackled, and porous pattern known as kairagi—a “plum-skin” texture cherished for its organic beauty and depth. Over time, the pattern deepens, allowing the plate to age gracefully and develop character with each use.

This rectangular plate beautifully frames side dishes and appetizers. The slightly elevated footing gives it a refined presence on the table. The elegant packaging also makes a lovely gift.

Deidei

Based in Mitake, Gifu Prefecture, family-run studio Deidei crafts Japanese tableware that carries on the wisdom and techniques of Mino ware passed down through generations. Using clay that transforms beautifully in both form and color, each piece is shaped by hand to bring warmth and artistry to everyday dining. From the soft, thick glazes of Shino to the expressive green glazes of Oribe, Deidei’s creations embody the living tradition of Japanese ceramics.

Mino Ware

Mino-Ware, die in der Region Tono in der Präfektur Gifu hergestellt wird, ist in der japanischen Töpferei für ihr reiches Erbe und ihre Vielseitigkeit bekannt. Sie umfasst über fünfzehn verschiedene Stile und ist damit vielfältiger als viele andere japanische Keramiken. 

Mittlerweile macht Mino-Keramik über 50 Prozent der japanischen Keramikproduktion aus und ist unübertroffen beliebt. Mino-Keramik wurde 1978 als traditionelles Handwerk anerkannt und spiegelt eine Mischung aus historischer Tiefe und moderner Relevanz wider – ein Beispiel für außergewöhnliche Handwerkskunst.