Pottery Ao paints each plate by hand before firing — the pattern applied to the surface with a brush, set into the clay by the kiln. The result is a plate where the decoration is part of the material, not applied after the fact.

Pottery Ao is based in Nagasaki, Japan. Each plate is painting by hand from start to finish — shaped, glazed, and fired individually, with the rim and surface given the same care as the overall form.

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

• One-of-a-kind, hand-painted Japanese pottery
• Material: Porcelain
• Made in Nagasaki, Japan
• Artisan: Pottery Ao
• Size: 22 × 3.8 cm (8.7 × 1.5 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.