{"product_id":"aiba-koyo-mr-aiba-kouichirou-相場-恒一郎-常滑-20-3-cm-oval-style-glazed-楕円鉢-施釉","title":"AIBA KOYO – Mr. AIBA Kouichirou（相場 恒一郎）– 常滑 – 24.6 cm Oval Bag-Style Bonsai Pot（楕円袋式鉢・鉄斑翡翠緑釉","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAIBA KOYO – Mr. AIBA Kouichirou\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'MS Mincho','serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast;\" lang=\"JA\"\u003e（相場\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'MS Mincho','serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast;\" lang=\"JA\"\u003e恒一郎）\u003c\/span\u003e– \u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'MS Mincho','serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast;\" lang=\"JA\"\u003e常滑\u003c\/span\u003e – 24.6 cm Oval Bag-Style Bonsai Pot\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'MS Mincho','serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast;\" lang=\"JA\"\u003e（楕円袋式鉢・鉄斑翡翠緑釉）\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eProduct Details: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003eRegion: Tokoname, Aichi Prefecture \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-family: 'MS Mincho','serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast; mso-hansi-font-family: Bahnschrift;\"\u003e常滑市\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003eKiln: KŌYŌ Kiln \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-family: 'MS Mincho','serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast; mso-hansi-font-family: Bahnschrift;\"\u003e鴻陽窯\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003ePotter: AIBA Kouichirou \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-family: 'MS Mincho','serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast; mso-hansi-font-family: Bahnschrift;\"\u003e相場\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-family: 'MS Mincho','serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast; mso-hansi-font-family: Bahnschrift;\"\u003e恒一郎\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003e (1944–2015)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA high-quality, artisan-made Japanese bonsai pot by AIBA KOYO, produced within the esteemed Tokoname \u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'MS Mincho','serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast;\" lang=\"JA\"\u003e常滑\u003c\/span\u003e ceramic tradition. This oval pot (\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'MS Mincho','serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast;\" lang=\"JA\"\u003e楕円鉢\u003c\/span\u003e) is formed in a true bag-style design (\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'MS Mincho','serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast;\" lang=\"JA\"\u003e袋式造形\u003c\/span\u003e), clearly defined by a pronounced lip and inner rim (\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'MS Mincho','serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast;\" lang=\"JA\"\u003e口縁・内縁\u003c\/span\u003e) that create the characteristic inflated and rounded silhouette associated with this classical form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe rim gently folds inward before expanding into the body, imparting both visual strength and softness while maintaining excellent balance and proportion (\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'MS Mincho','serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast;\" lang=\"JA\"\u003e安定感と品格\u003c\/span\u003e). A subtle upper band (\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'MS Mincho','serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast;\" lang=\"JA\"\u003e上帯\u003c\/span\u003e) reinforces the structure and enhances the harmonious transition from rim to body, giving the vessel a composed and dignified presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe exterior is finished in an emerald green iron-speckled glaze\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'MS Mincho','serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast;\" lang=\"JA\"\u003e（鉄斑翡翠緑釉）\u003c\/span\u003e, displaying fine, naturally occurring iron flecks and gentle kiln variation. The glaze pools attractively along the curves of the bag-style form, accentuating depth and volume without obscuring detail. Beneath the glaze, the Tokoname clay body (\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'MS Mincho','serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast;\" lang=\"JA\"\u003e常滑土\u003c\/span\u003e) reveals a lightly grogged texture, contributing both strength and refined surface character. The pot has developed a pleasing natural patina (\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'MS Mincho','serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast;\" lang=\"JA\"\u003e経年変化の味わい\u003c\/span\u003e), adding quiet depth and maturity to the overall appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe vessel is supported by carefully sculpted cloud feet (\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'MS Mincho','serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast;\" lang=\"JA\"\u003e雲足\u003c\/span\u003e), softly shaped and well-proportioned, providing lift while preserving stability. These feet complement the rounded body and reinforce the traditional aesthetic of the bag-style form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe base is cleanly finished and bears the impressed square kiln seal of KOYO (\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'MS Mincho','serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast;\" lang=\"JA\"\u003e鴻陽窯角印\u003c\/span\u003e), confirming attribution. Drainage and wiring holes (\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'MS Mincho','serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast;\" lang=\"JA\"\u003e排水孔・針金通し穴\u003c\/span\u003e) are precisely placed, ensuring practical functionality for bonsai cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eExternal Dimensions: 24.6 × 20.0 × 7.4 cm\u003cbr\u003eInternal Dimensions: 20.6 × 15.8 × 5.3 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003eCondition: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003eExcellent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003eFree shipping with this pot to the UK Mainland  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003eAbout the Potter – KOYO, Mr. AIBA Kouichirou\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'MS Mincho','serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast; mso-hansi-font-family: Bahnschrift;\"\u003e（相場\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'MS Mincho','serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast; mso-hansi-font-family: Bahnschrift;\"\u003e恒一郎）\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003eMr. AIBA Kouichirou (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'MS Gothic'; mso-ascii-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-hansi-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-bidi-font-family: 'MS Gothic';\"\u003e相場\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'MS Gothic'; mso-ascii-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-hansi-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-bidi-font-family: 'MS Gothic';\"\u003e恒一郎\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003e, 1944–2015) was a respected Tokoname potter working under the kiln name KOYO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'MS Gothic'; mso-ascii-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-hansi-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-bidi-font-family: 'MS Gothic';\"\u003e（鴻陽）\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003e, based in Tokoname, Aichi Prefecture (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'MS Gothic'; mso-ascii-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-hansi-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-bidi-font-family: 'MS Gothic';\"\u003e愛知県常滑市\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003e), one of Japan’s Six Ancient Kiln sites (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'MS Gothic'; mso-ascii-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-hansi-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-bidi-font-family: 'MS Gothic';\"\u003e日本六古窯\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003e). His work is closely associated with high-quality bonsai ceramics that emphasize balance, usability, and refined surface treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1930\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003eKOYO pots are known for their strong yet understated forms (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'MS Gothic'; mso-ascii-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-hansi-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-bidi-font-family: 'MS Gothic';\"\u003e造形の安定感\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003e), careful attention to proportion (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'MS Gothic'; mso-ascii-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-hansi-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-bidi-font-family: 'MS Gothic';\"\u003e均整\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003e), and expressive glazing (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'MS Gothic'; mso-ascii-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-hansi-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-bidi-font-family: 'MS Gothic';\"\u003e釉調の表情\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003e). Aiba frequently employed classic Japanese shapes such as mokko (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'MS Gothic'; mso-ascii-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-hansi-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-bidi-font-family: 'MS Gothic';\"\u003e木瓜形\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003e), oval (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'MS Gothic'; mso-ascii-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-hansi-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-bidi-font-family: 'MS Gothic';\"\u003e楕円\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003e), and rectangular forms, often finished with natural ash-influenced or blue-green glazes (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'MS Gothic'; mso-ascii-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-hansi-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-bidi-font-family: 'MS Gothic';\"\u003e青釉・青緑釉\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003e) that mature beautifully over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"2192\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003eHis pots were produced with bonsai cultivation in mind, featuring well-considered drainage and wiring holes (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'MS Gothic'; mso-ascii-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-hansi-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-bidi-font-family: 'MS Gothic';\"\u003e排水穴・針金穴\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003e) and finely finished feet (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'MS Gothic'; mso-ascii-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-hansi-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-bidi-font-family: 'MS Gothic';\"\u003e刻み足\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003e). The impressed square seal reading \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'MS Gothic'; mso-ascii-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-hansi-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-bidi-font-family: 'MS Gothic';\"\u003e鴻陽\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003e (KŌYŌ) is a hallmark of his kiln and appears on many of his works.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2199\" data-end=\"2527\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003eWhile firmly rooted in Tokoname tradition (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'MS Gothic'; mso-ascii-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-hansi-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-bidi-font-family: 'MS Gothic';\"\u003e常滑焼の伝統\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003e), Aiba’s ceramics reflect a quiet individuality, combining functional strength with subtle elegance. His pots continue to be widely appreciated by bonsai practitioners for their reliability, aging character (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"JA\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'MS Gothic'; mso-ascii-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-hansi-font-family: Bahnschrift; mso-bidi-font-family: 'MS Gothic';\"\u003e経年変化\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003e), and harmonious pairing with both deciduous and evergreen trees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sugi Bonsai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56150381101387,"sku":"@pS101 e1192618835  125","price":163.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/4259\/4379\/files\/IMG_7789_c14641af-c9e8-4e42-977b-4c44513f7ce6.jpg?v=1766184591","url":"https:\/\/sugibonsai.com\/products\/aiba-koyo-mr-aiba-kouichirou-%e7%9b%b8%e5%a0%b4-%e6%81%92%e4%b8%80%e9%83%8e-%e5%b8%b8%e6%bb%91-20-3-cm-oval-style-glazed-%e6%a5%95%e5%86%86%e9%89%a2-%e6%96%bd%e9%87%89","provider":"Sugi Bonsai","version":"1.0","type":"link"}