Openwork bowl -Purple stamped by Toraku kiln

A Vessel That Adds a Subtle Touch of Elegance to Everyday Life

The “Murasaki Mishima” series is created by Touraku Kiln, a Kyoto-based workshop, and is known for its refined and graceful beauty.

The soft color palette centered around gentle shades of purple adds a quiet sense of elegance to everyday moments.

Easy to incorporate into daily life, yet somehow it helps set your mood in a calm and composed way.

These vessels have a presence that makes you feel just a little more centered each time you use them.

Layers of Purple and White Create a Sense of Depth

Murasaki Mishima pieces are made by layering white slip and deep purple over a soft purple base, giving the colors and textures a rich sense of depth.

Rather than relying on a single tone, the overlapping layers create a gentle yet complex and expressive surface.

Traditional Motifs Interpreted with a Contemporary Sensibility

The delicate patterns are created using the traditional Mishima technique.

In the Murasaki Mishima series, this time-honored decorative method is reinterpreted to suit modern tastes and lifestyles.

Elegant, yet never overly assertive.

The design achieves a balance between the dignity of Japanese tableware and everyday practicality.

Carefully Crafted Decoration by Hand

All decoration in the Murasaki Mishima series is applied entirely by hand by skilled artisans.

Each step—from the patterns to the layering of colors—is carefully checked and finished with great attention to detail.

While embracing the subtle variations that come from handwork, the series maintains a consistent sense of refinement.

This steady accumulation of craftsmanship is what supports the calm elegance of the series.

Owner’s Comment

This bowl is unique to Touraku Kiln, created by carefully layering thin clay coils one by one to form an openwork-like texture.

The labor-intensive technique results in a light, airy silhouette with a beautiful sense of depth and dimension.

It pairs beautifully not only with Japanese dishes, but also with desserts and Western-style cuisine, adding a gentle elegance to the table.

The impression changes depending on what you serve, making it a truly enjoyable piece to use.