Square Plate -Wisteria and Skylark(After Kenzan style) by Shunzan kiln

Experience the Four Seasons of Kyoto through Pottery

Founded in 1917 at the foot of Sennyu-ji Temple in Higashiyama, Kyoto, Shunzan Kiln continues to create Kiyomizu-ware pottery that blends Japan’s traditional techniques with designs that fit beautifully into modern life.

Each piece is hand-painted with seasonal motifs, bringing subtle elegance and a touch of Kyoto’s charm to your dining table.

The Warmth and Beauty of Handmade Pottery

The soft, rounded texture of the clay feels gentle in your hands — a handmade Kyoto ceramic that becomes more familiar and beloved the more you use it.

With its delicate gold highlights and graceful coloring, this piece adds a refined touch to daily life, turning simple moments into something quietly special.

Crafted to Enrich Everyday Living

Each creation from Shunzan Kiln carries the wish that you will “find beauty in seeing and joy in using.”

The refined balance between elegance and practicality reflects Kyoto’s long pottery tradition — made with care for both the eye and the hand.

Bring the artistry of Japanese handmade ceramics into your everyday life and experience the timeless charm of Kyoto craftsmanship.

Owner’s Comment

This elegant square plate is a faithful reproduction of Ogata Kenzan’s masterpiece from his celebrated “Twelve-Month Plates” series.

Featuring seasonal plants painted with exquisite brushwork, it embodies the poetic refinement and traditional aesthetics of Edo-period Kyoto.

Perfect as a serving plate for Japanese cuisine or as a dessert plate for cakes and sweets, this Kyoto-made ceramic harmonizes traditional beauty with everyday usability.