From Shiga, where iron-glazed ceramics have a long tradition, this bowl is formed in Japanese pottery and fired to a settled, dark surface. The medium format is the workhorse of a Japanese table — deep enough for soups, wide enough for noodles, proportioned for a main course or a shared dish.

Furutani Pottery works in Shiga, Japan, forming and firing each bowl by hand. The rim is shaped individually, the surface finished with the table in mind — a bowl built to hold food well and to sit easily among others.

Japanese ceramics have been treasured across the world for generations, and a piece like this brings that living tradition to your own table.

• Formed and finished by hand. The glaze settles differently on every piece, so no two are alike. Yours will differ a little from the one photographed — that is the hand of the maker.
• Material: Pottery (ceramic)
• Made in Shiga, Japan
• Artisan: Furutani Pottery
• Size: 16 × 6.5 cm (6.3 × 2.6 in)

Because each piece is individually made, slight variations in form and glaze are the mark of a true handmade object.

・Handmade — One by One
Every piece from Japan Classic is formed and fired entirely by hand, in small quantities, one at a time. No two are ever exactly alike.

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.