KANEKO KOHYO
Kaneko Kohyo Pottery was established in 1921, in the city of Toki – the centre of production of traditional Mino craft in Gifu. Based on ancient techniques and local know-how, the team of 20 employees creates traditional products designed to suit both traditional and modern Western lifestyles.
Since their foundation, they have focused on the art of ‘monozukuri’ that deliver happiness to their users in their daily life, while staying loyal to the history and tradition of Mino ware. They were well known as porcelain sake bottle makers in 1970 to 1990s, but the change of drinking habits leads to evolution of their business.
With never-ending innovation over last 20 years, they launched the lacquer-like glaze along with chrysanthemum pattern, which became one of the signature of Japanese ceramics.
YOSHIDA POTTERY
Born in Kyoto with interest of handcrafting for his childhood, Mr. Yoshida did not go forward but decided to be an engineer when he graduated.
At his 30s the desire to do traditional crafts came to Mr. Yoshidau2019s mind, the idea came naturally and he quitted his job without hesitation. He studied in a traditional crafts college where his journey of ceramics began.
Mr. Yoshidau2019s philosophy of pottery is clear and visible lines, with simple colors like black and white. These characteristics have beautifully demonstrated since his first collection in 2019, while the stock is very limited as every piece is handmade by Mr. Yoshida.
KASUMI FUJIMURA
Graduated from Ceramic Design Institute, the Tajimi City in Gifu Prefecture, Japan, Ms. Kasumi Fujimura also started her potter career there instead of her hometown – Kure City, Hiroshima Prefecture which is popular for Ceramic crafts.
Ms. Kasumiu2019s works are characterised as a mix of Japanese and Western styles with motifs such as flowers and sweets. Handcrafted with her signature designs of petal curves, the white matte glaze gives the refreshing vibes to the interior and the texture makes it easier to clean.u00a0
She hopes to make the users feel calm and being loved throughout every meal.
