Koishiwara Pottery 小石原烧

Each item of Koishiwara pottery was handmade by experienced craftsmen in a town in Fukuoka (福冈), Kyushu (九州). Koishiwara is well-known for its homely warmth of clay and unique patterns of sculpture. 

The origin could be dated back to the early stage of Edo Period (1603-1868). It has gained popularity during hundreds of years. In early of 20th century Koishiwara Pottery was launched to aim for the new Japanese Mingei  (民艺 /Folk Craft) with combination with modernism.

Bowls, plates, cups – they all may look simple and unadorned, but none of them  is exactly the same---this makes your exact choice one of a kind.