[Kyoto,Japan] Kyo-ware / Kiyomizu-ware
Dessert Plate - Malayan Tapir by Takunobu Sawada
Dessert Plate - Malayan Tapir by Takunobu Sawada
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Realistic yet somehow endearing.
Take a break with your favorite cup.
Takunobu Sawada, a ceramist, has his studio in a satoyama (rural landscape) in Nantan City, Kyoto.
Surrounded by rich natural scenery, he creates vessels with warm, realistic depictions of animals.
Each piece is carefully formed and sculpted with usability in mind when held.
The soft, milky-white kohiki (slipware) body enhances the gentle texture unique to pottery.

Vessels that exude the warmth of craftsmanship
The animal patterns are not drawn with a brush but created by scraping away the kohiki slip.
Each line has movement, resulting in a unique and warm artistic quality.
Takunobu Sawada, whose father is a Kyoto ware/Kiyomizu ware ceramist, has been familiar with pottery since childhood and already has 20 years of experience in ceramic art.
At just over 30, he is a craftsman with proven skills, reaching the level of a veteran.

Mr. Sawada, who combines youthful sensibility with refined techniques, creates highly original vessels unique to Kyoto.
Please experience their charm in your daily life.
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Potter
Potter
Takunobu Sawada
Box & Gift Wrapping
Box & Gift Wrapping
Gift box (paper)
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Dimensions & Weight
Dimensions & Weight
Edge diameter 145
Height 17 (mm)
180g
※Due to the handmade nature, there may be individual variations.
Ceramic Type & Care
Ceramic Type & Care
Ceramic Type: Pottery underglaze painting
Care Instructions
Microwave safe
Dishwasher safe
Oven not recommended
Shipping Information
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)
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Shop owner's comment
This piece is shaped using the intricate "tatara" method, resulting in a flat and easy-to-use form.
This plate is perfectly sized for cakes, pastries, side dishes, or serving salads. It's a highly versatile vessel that's useful to have multiple of.
A delightful piece with expressive animals, fun just to look at.
Please find your favorite.