Cradled in simplicity, this wind bell boasts a circular form, its clapper mirroring the shape of a coin. As the Echizen washi paper flutters in a soft breeze, the stoneware clapper sings a tune warm and tender. Not only does the wind bell provide a melodic and pleasant sound, but it also doubles as a stylish interior decor.

This wind bell is graced with the sangiri pattern, capturing the essence of fire's dance with clay. Its textured surface and the unique natural glaze emerge from the kiln's flames, showcasing Bizen ware's distinct blend of earth and fire. "San" hints at the kiln's wall, where ash accumulates transforming pieces into shades of gray or blackish brown, depending on their exposure to fire and ash. Each firing yields distinct patterns, making every wind bell a one-of-a-kind art piece.

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. 

Hozan Kiln is a long-established Bizen ware kiln located in Imbe, Bizen City. For Bizen ware, there were six families that had been under the protection of the shogunate (government) since the 17th century. Hozan Kiln is known as one of them and continues to this day as the legitimate successor of Bizen ware.

PRODUCT DETAIL

• Dimension: [Wind bell] D 7.8 cm (3.1 in) x H 6 cm (2.4 in) / [Clapper] D 3 cm (1.1 in) x H 0.3 cm (0.1 in) / [Strip of paper] 5.5 cm (2.2 in) x 15.5 cm (6.1 in)
• Material: Stoneware 
• Origin: Made in Japan - Bizen Ware
• Brand: Hozan Kiln

• Note:
  Check strings connecting wind bell, clapper, and paper strip before use. If loose, retie tightly.
  Do not hang under wet conditions as the paper strip is not waterproof.