{"product_id":"reihou-玲峰-matsushita-reiji-松下礼治-tokoname-常滑-37-0cm-round-drum-丸太鼓形-unglazed-無釉","title":"REIHOU 玲峰 (Matsushita Reiji 松下礼治) – Tokoname 常滑 – 37.0cm Round Drum 丸太鼓形 – Unglazed 無釉","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details \/ 鉢の詳細\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion \/ 産地:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tokoname, Aichi Prefecture（愛知県常滑市）, Japan 日本\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKiln \/ 窯:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seizan Kiln（誠山窯）\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotter \/ 作家:\u003c\/strong\u003e REIHOU 玲峰 – Matsushita Reiji（松下礼治）\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm \/ 形状:\u003c\/strong\u003e Round Drum Form（丸太鼓形 – maru taiko-gata）\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish \/ 仕上げ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unglazed（無釉 – muyu）\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction \/ 製作:\u003c\/strong\u003e Artisan-made Japanese Bonsai Pot（日本製・職人作盆栽鉢）\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription \/ 説明\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA substantial vintage artisan-made Japanese bonsai pot（和鉢 – wabachi）by \u003cstrong\u003eREIHOU 玲峰, Matsushita Reiji（松下礼治）\u003c\/strong\u003e, from Tokoname（常滑）, one of Japan's historic centres of ceramic production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt an impressive \u003cstrong\u003e37.0cm in diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e, the pot is formed in a broad and relatively shallow \u003cstrong\u003eround drum form（丸太鼓形 – maru taiko-gata）\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving it considerable presence and a powerful sense of \u003cstrong\u003e安定感（anteikan – stability and balance）\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cylindrical body（胴 – do）is defined by a continuous decorative treatment of raised rounded studs or bosses（\u003cstrong\u003e鋲飾り – byo-kazari\u003c\/strong\u003e）. These are arranged around the circumference in a strong horizontal rhythm, while additional studs form distinctive \u003cstrong\u003etriangular groupings（三角構成 – sankaku kosei）\u003c\/strong\u003e at intervals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis use of \u003cstrong\u003e鋲（byo）\u003c\/strong\u003e is particularly appropriate to the \u003cstrong\u003e太鼓形（taiko-gata）\u003c\/strong\u003e architecture. The raised bosses recall the visible studs and fastenings traditionally associated with Japanese drums（太鼓）, reinforcing the relationship between the pot's cylindrical form and the drum from which this style takes its name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than being merely ornamental, the \u003cstrong\u003e鋲飾り\u003c\/strong\u003e gives rhythm and movement to the otherwise restrained circular body and provides an appealing contrast between disciplined geometry（造形）and decorative hand craftsmanship（手仕事）.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper opening is finished with a restrained \u003cstrong\u003einward-turning rim（内縁 – uchi-beri）\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a strong but controlled termination to the body without an excessively projecting exterior lip. This treatment helps contain the planting visually while maintaining the clean, circular silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lower profile is carefully structured, creating a subtle transition from the decorated body towards the base and feet（足 – ashi）. This architectural treatment gives the pot a grounded stance while preserving the broad horizontal character essential to a successful \u003cstrong\u003e太鼓形鉢（taiko-gata bachi）\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unglazed Tokoname clay（\u003cstrong\u003e常滑無釉土 – Tokoname muyu-tsuchi\u003c\/strong\u003e）has a warm, earthy brown colour with subtle natural variation. The surface possesses attractive \u003cstrong\u003e土味（tsuchi-aji – character of the clay）\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the natural qualities of the ceramic body to remain visually important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAge and use have further enriched the surface, producing attractive \u003cstrong\u003e経年変化（keinen henka – changes through age）\u003c\/strong\u003e and natural \u003cstrong\u003e景色（keshiki）\u003c\/strong\u003e. These subtle variations give the clay greater depth and contribute to the quiet \u003cstrong\u003e渋み（shibumi – understated refinement）\u003c\/strong\u003e expected from a mature Japanese bonsai container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe underside（鉢底 – hachizoko）incorporates a large \u003cstrong\u003ecentral drainage hole（中央排水穴）\u003c\/strong\u003e accompanied by \u003cstrong\u003efour smaller wiring holes（針金穴 – harigane-ana）\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing efficient drainage（排水）and secure anchoring of the tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe underside also carries the potter's markings（\u003cstrong\u003e落款 – rakkan\u003c\/strong\u003e）, including an impressed seal（印）and hand-worked inscriptions associated with \u003cstrong\u003eREIHOU 玲峰 \/ Matsushita Reiji 松下礼治\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of its substantial \u003cstrong\u003e丸太鼓形\u003c\/strong\u003e, rhythmic \u003cstrong\u003e鋲飾り\u003c\/strong\u003e, restrained \u003cstrong\u003e内縁\u003c\/strong\u003e, warm \u003cstrong\u003e常滑無釉土\u003c\/strong\u003e, mature \u003cstrong\u003e土味\u003c\/strong\u003e and strong proportions gives this pot an excellent balance of \u003cstrong\u003e造形美（zokei-bi – beauty of form）\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e実用性（jitsuyosei – functionality）\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e安定感（anteikan）\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExternal Dimensions \/ 外寸:\u003c\/strong\u003e 37.0 x 37.0 x 8.0cm \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Dimensions \/ 内寸:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32.5 x 32.5 x 6.7cm \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \/ 状態:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e非常に良好な状態です。\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo cracks, chips or repairs（ヒビ・欠け・補修なし）.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping to UK Mainland \/ 英国本土送料無料\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Potter \/ 作家について – REIHOU 玲峰 (Matsushita Reiji 松下礼治)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREIHOU（玲峰）, Matsushita Reiji（松下礼治）\u003c\/strong\u003e, is associated with the renowned ceramic tradition of \u003cstrong\u003eTokoname（常滑）in Aichi Prefecture（愛知県）\u003c\/strong\u003e, an area with a long history of specialist bonsai-pot production（盆栽鉢製作）.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTokoname is recognised as one of Japan's historic ceramic centres and is counted among the \u003cstrong\u003eSix Ancient Kilns of Japan（日本六古窯 – Nihon Rokkoyo）\u003c\/strong\u003e. Within this tradition, bonsai containers have developed into a specialised ceramic art in which horticultural function and aesthetic refinement must work together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eREIHOU's work demonstrates an appreciation for traditional forms（伝統形）, careful proportion（均整）, practical construction（実用性）and the natural character of clay（\u003cstrong\u003e土味\u003c\/strong\u003e）. His pots are designed not merely as containers, but as an integral part of the relationship between tree and vessel（\u003cstrong\u003e樹と鉢の調和\u003c\/strong\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector's Note \/ コレクターズノート\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis substantial \u003cstrong\u003e37.0cm round drum pot（丸太鼓形鉢）\u003c\/strong\u003e is particularly interesting for the close relationship between its architecture and decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe broad cylindrical \u003cstrong\u003e太鼓形\u003c\/strong\u003e body is complemented by prominent \u003cstrong\u003e鋲飾り（byo-kazari）\u003c\/strong\u003e, recalling the studs associated with traditional Japanese drums. The additional triangular arrangements of raised bosses（\u003cstrong\u003e三角構成の鋲文様\u003c\/strong\u003e）give the decoration considerably more individuality than the simple continuous rows encountered on many conventional drum-form bonsai pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scale is also noteworthy. At \u003cstrong\u003e46.2cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, the pot has the breadth and visual strength necessary to accompany a substantial mature bonsai while maintaining the low profile and horizontal \u003cstrong\u003e安定感\u003c\/strong\u003e required of the form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts warm unglazed Tokoname clay（常滑無釉土）has developed attractive \u003cstrong\u003e経年変化\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e景色\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the natural surface retains excellent \u003cstrong\u003e土味\u003c\/strong\u003e. Together with the potter's \u003cstrong\u003e落款\u003c\/strong\u003e, these characteristics give the piece considerable appeal as both a functional bonsai container and an example of traditional Tokoname ceramic craftsmanship（常滑陶芸）.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a pot that successfully combines \u003cstrong\u003e伝統（tradition）, 手仕事（hand craftsmanship）, 実用性（functionality）and 造形美（beauty of form）\u003c\/strong\u003e — qualities central to the finest Japanese bonsai containers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sugi Bonsai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58184828125515,"sku":"g1197281990 98","price":278.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/4259\/4379\/files\/IMG_5952.jpg?v=1787400470","url":"https:\/\/sugibonsai.com\/products\/reihou-%e7%8e%b2%e5%b3%b0-matsushita-reiji-%e6%9d%be%e4%b8%8b%e7%a4%bc%e6%b2%bb-tokoname-%e5%b8%b8%e6%bb%91-37-0cm-round-drum-%e4%b8%b8%e5%a4%aa%e9%bc%93%e5%bd%a2-unglazed-%e7%84%a1%e9%87%89","provider":"Sugi Bonsai","version":"1.0","type":"link"}