Uzu Uzu 4.5-Sun Plate - Crafted By Kousei Kobayashi
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Uzu — a swirl pattern, repeated here as "uzu uzu" for emphasis — spirals across this plate rather than sitting in a fixed panel. Kousei Kobayashi works in porcelain in Nagasaki; at 4.5-sun, 13.7 cm across, it pairs with the kiln's larger dried-grass pot at a smaller scale.
Material: Porcelain
Made in Japan
Artisan: Kousei Kobayashi
Size: 13.7 × 2.2 cm (5.4 × 0.9 in)
| Size | 13.7 × 2.2 cm (5.4 × 0.9 in) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 280g (9.9 oz) |
| Material | Porcelain |
| Origin | Nagasaki, Japan |
| Maker | Kousei Kobayashi |
Kousei Kobayashi
A young potter who trained at Kutani Seiyo before beginning work in Hasami, Kousei Kobayashi handles every step himself, from forming to painting. His pieces are designed with food and the user in mind, so even simple, unplanned plating looks good. They're the kind of piece you find yourself reaching for every day.
・Handmade — One by One
Every piece from Japan Classic is formed and fired entirely by hand, in small quantities, one at a time.
These handcrafted works carry slight variations in shape, weight, and surface, bearing the subtle marks of true craftsmanship rather than mass production.
・Living Glaze
On glazed pieces, you will find fine crackle patterns—known in Japan as kannyu (貫入)—naturally created as the glaze cools after firing.
This delicate finish evolves with time, reflecting the quiet beauty found in wabi-sabi ceramics.
・Elegance
Inspired by Japan’s timeless aesthetic, every piece by Japan Classic blends tradition with modern versatility.
Whether for rice, soups, or shared plates, these refined tablewares are designed for everyday beauty, maintaining their grace in both Eastern and Western settings.
