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Tiny plate -Sunfish by Takunobu Sawada

Tiny plate -Sunfish by Takunobu Sawada

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Animal-themed pottery by Takanobu Sawada

Realistic, yet endearing.
Enjoy a quiet moment with your favorite cup.

In the rural mountains of Nantan, Kyoto, ceramic artist Takanobu Sawada crafts his work surrounded by nature.

His ceramics feature animals rendered with a balance of realism and warmth—pieces that feel both expressive and comforting.

Each item is carefully hand-shaped and trimmed for ease of use, designed to sit naturally in your hand.

The soft milky-white *kohiki* clay body brings out the gentle texture unique to handcrafted pottery.

Hand-carved animal motifs in kohiki glaze

Feel the warmth of handmade craftsmanship

Rather than being painted, the animal designs are created by carefully carving into the *kohiki* surface.

Each line conveys movement and character, giving the piece a sense of life and emotional warmth.

The son of a Kyo-ware and Kiyomizu-ware potter, Sawada grew up immersed in pottery and has been creating his own work for over 20 years.

Now in his 30s, he’s already a seasoned artist with refined technique and creative maturity.

Kyoto handmade pottery by Takanobu Sawada

Combining youthful sensitivity with masterful skill, Sawada creates pieces full of originality—true to the spirit of Kyoto craftsmanship.

We hope you’ll enjoy the charm of his creations as part of your everyday moments.

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Owner's Comment

This small plate is perfect for pickles, condiments, or a few cookies and sugar cubes at coffee time.

The expressive animals and gentle white *kohiki* glaze bring a sense of warmth to every use.

Its simple, timeless design makes it a piece you’ll reach for again and again in your daily life.

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Takunobu Sawada

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Dimensions & Weight

Edge diameter 93
Height 17 (mm)

70 grams

※Due to the handmade nature, there may be individual variations.

Ceramic Type & Care

Ceramic Type: Pottery underglaze painting

Care Instructions

Microwave safe
Dishwasher safe
Oven not recommended

※Details about the types of ceramics can be found here.

Shipping Information

[Japan]

  • Free shipping
  • Ships within 1-4 days
  • Delivered by Yu-Pack (Japan Post)

[Outside Japan]

  • Flat rate shipping fee of 1,000 yen
  • Free shipping on purchases over 20,000 yen (or equivalent in other currencies)
  • Ships within 1-4 days

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Kyoto Pottery by Takunobu Sawada

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