Hidasuki Plant Pot 3.5 In

This plant pot was born from a collaboration between a Bizen ware workshop and a designer deeply attuned to the needs of plants. Just taller than it is wide, the pot’s balanced profile complements a range of plant sizes. Its surface is marked by a soft crimson hidasuki pattern created by wrapping straw around the piece during firing, giving each pot its own individual character.

Choose between two different clays and colors: Recycled Bizen and Turquoise Blue. The soft brown Recycled Bizen contains 30 percent crushed ceramic waste for an eco-friendly finish. The Turquoise Blue contains pigment blended directly into clay for a calm, modern presence. Kiln placement results in variations in the turquoise hue that bring a natural feel.

Engineered for plant health, the interior’s gentle curve and wide drainage hole allow water to flow out with ease, while the unglazed clay is breathable, supporting a root environment close to nature. Two integrated feet are hidden from the front, optimizing drainage while maintaining a sleek, restrained silhouette.

Hara Seitosho

Led by artist Hosokawa Takahiro, Hara Seitosho specializes in Bizen ware plant pots. Each hand-crafted pot is carefully designed to create an environment for plants to thrive. The charm of Bizen ware shines through, with breathable unglazed surfaces decorated with traditional hidasuki straw patterns. Beyond production, the studio serves as a training ground where Hosokawa personally mentors the next generation of Bizen craftspeople.

Bizen Ware

Bizen ware is a traditional stoneware produced in the Imbe area of Okayama Prefecture. It is one of the oldest ceramics in Japan, and is made using the yakishime technique, in which pieces are fired at high temperatures without glaze to make them durable and water-resistant.

Bizen ware is called "the art of clay and fire" for the exquisite colors and patterns produced by the kiln's flames, and is characterized by its minimalist, wabi sabi design.