Horno Taishi

Taishi Kiln, fundada en 2011 en la ciudad de Nonoichi, prefectura de Ishikawa, por el artista de cerámica Kutani Yamachika Yasushi, se creó para expresar su singular visión artística. Como cuarta generación de alfareros de Seizan Kiln, Yamachika incorpora técnicas tradicionales de iro-e (esmaltes policromados sobre vidriado) heredadas de su familia, a la vez que se centra en diseños modernos y la practicidad para el uso diario.

While Kutani ware is renowned for its vibrant colors, Taishi Kiln emphasizes that only by mastering traditional techniques can one capture the true charm of iro-e and ultimately develop a unique Kutani style.

Taishi Kiln believes that while many new styles of Kutani ware are emerging, especially among younger artists, the number of craftsmen skilled in traditional color painting techniques is decreasing. With this in mind, they work daily with a commitment to preserving Kutani tradition and emphasizing color painting.

This respect for tradition is also reflected in their designs, which specialize in classic Kutani techniques such as ao-kutani overglaze enameling, hanazume, and aochibu. Their artisans continually research to create tableware that fits modern dining needs.

Mastering Traditional Iro-e Techniques