{"product_id":"takunobusawada202507_ricebowl_malayantapir","title":"Rice bowl -Malayan tapir by Takunobu Sawada ","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Hand-carved animal rice bowl by Kyoto ceramic artist\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC00326.jpg?v=1752817555\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eRealistic, yet full of warmth.\u003cbr\u003eEnjoy a quiet moment with your favorite cup.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the peaceful countryside of Nantan, Kyoto, ceramic artist Takanobu Sawada works in his studio surrounded by nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis pottery features charming animal designs—realistic in form, yet gently expressive and warm in feeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is shaped by hand and carefully refined for ease of use, ensuring it feels just right when held.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe soft milky-white *kohiki* glaze enhances the gentle texture that only handmade Japanese ceramic can offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up of kohiki ceramic texture\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC00172_c8336bf1-3969-43a7-8c05-609a54192ad7.jpg?v=1744253493\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eA Bowl that Carries the Warmth of the Artist’s Hand\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe animal motifs aren’t painted—they’re delicately carved into the *kohiki* surface using a scraping technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEach line is filled with movement, bringing out a sense of individuality and warmth in every piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe son of a Kyo and Kiyomizu-ware ceramic artist, Sawada has been surrounded by pottery since childhood and now brings over 20 years of experience to his work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThough still in his 30s, his craftsmanship reflects the skill and maturity of a seasoned artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Kyoto ceramic artist working in studio\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/2651\/0911\/files\/DSC00155-2.jpg?v=1752817554\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCombining youthful creativity with refined technique, Sawada’s handmade pieces showcase the originality and tradition of Kyoto pottery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWe invite you to enjoy the warmth and beauty of his work in your daily life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"owner-comment-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"owner-illustration\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"108\" width=\"108\" alt=\"Shop owner illustration\" 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