YAMAFUSA, Tokoname, 16cm Flared round
Product Details:
Region: Tokoname 常滑市
Kiln: KOIE 山房鯉江製陶所
Potter: 4th Generation YAMAFUSA KOIE 山房鯉江aka SAMBO
This handcrafted round bonsai pot, produced by the renowned Tokoname-based kiln Yamafusa (山房窯), features a distinctively flared rim, subtly evoking the stylistic influence of 南蛮様式 (Namban yōshiki)—the “Southern Barbarian” style associated with early European influence during Japan’s Muromachi and Azuchi-Momoyama periods.
External Dimensions: 16.0 x 3.5cm
Condition: Excellent
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Mr. Yamafusa is the fourth generation of the Koie Ceramics kiln that has a history of more than 100 years.
He feels that his mission is to maintain the history and tradition of producing a variety of pots since his grandfather's generation and continues to make pots.
What he values is to make pots that can bring out the worldview created by bonsai works indefinitely.
Here's a more detailed look at Yamafusa and Tokoname bonsai pots:
· Koie Ceramics Factory:
The Koie family has been crafting ceramics for over a century, with Yamafusa being the fourth generation to continue this legacy.
· Molding Expertise:
Yamafusa is recognized for its expertise in molding techniques, allowing for the creation of stable and consistent pots, suitable for both individual pieces and larger-scale production.
· Focus on Functionality and Aesthetics:
Yamafusa's pots are designed to be both visually appealing and practical for growing bonsai, with a focus on bringing out the "bonsai worldview".
· Collaboration:
Yamafusa actively works with bonsai artists and enthusiasts, seeking input and collaboration to create pots that meet the specific needs and preferences of the bonsai community.
· Tokoname Tradition:
The pots are rooted in the Tokoname tradition, which is a renowned area in Japan for producing bonsai pots.
This video provides an overview of bonsai, including its Japanese origins and cultural significance:
