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Square Plate - Hippo by Takunobu Sawada

Square Plate - Hippo by Takunobu Sawada

Regular price ¥4,620 JPY
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Realistic, yet somehow endearing.
Take a moment to relax with your favorite cup.

Takanobu Sawada is a potter who has his studio in the satoyama (traditional Japanese countryside) of Nantan City, Kyoto.

Surrounded by rich nature, he creates pottery depicting animals that are realistic yet warm.

Each piece is carefully formed, with a shape sculpted for ease of use when held.

The soft, milky white slipware base enhances the gentle texture unique to pottery.

Pottery that embodies the warmth of handcrafted work

The animal patterns are not drawn with a brush but are created by scratching away the slipware base.

Each line has movement, resulting in a finish that conveys unique artistry and warmth.

Takanobu Sawada, whose father is a Kyoto ware/Kiyomizu ware potter, has been familiar with pottery since childhood and already has 20 years of experience in pottery making.

At 30 years old, he is a craftsman with solid skills who has reached the level of a veteran.

Sawada, with his fresh sensibility and refined skills, creates unique pottery full of Kyoto's distinct originality.

Please experience its charm in your daily life.

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Comments from the Owner

This is a beautiful square plate with animal designs, featuring a clean shape.

It's just the right size for serving small side dishes like omelets or salads.

It also works wonderfully as a dessert plate for cakes or Japanese sweets.

With its cute animal designs, this versatile plate gently brightens up your everyday dining table.

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Takunobu Sawada

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Dimensions & Weight

Length 165 Width 165 Height 22 (mm)

300 grams

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

Ceramic Type & Care

Ceramic Type: Pottery

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)
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Kyoto Pottery by Takunobu Sawada

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