Refreshing Tableware for Summer Days

Refreshing Tableware for Summer Days

As the lingering warmth of summer gently stays in London, why not introduce translucent glassware and refreshing tableware to your everyday life? They will bring a pleasant, cooling breeze through your space and dining experience.

Takeshita Shikamaru

Non-Glazed Pot - Takeshita Shikamaru

Size : W337mm x D310mm × H83mm

ARTISANAL MASHIKO LARGE POT BY TAKESHITA SHIKAMARU

This large pot by Mashiko potter Takehita Shikamaru showcases the depth and subtlety of traditional Mashiko-yaki. Handcrafted using local clay and fired with natural ash glazes, the piece features a soft, atmospheric surface where pale blues, greens, and earthy tones blend organically across the interior. The gentle pooling and crystallization of the glaze create a landscape-like expression unique to Shikamaru’s firing technique.

Rooted in the Mingei folk-craft tradition, Shikamaru’s work emphasizes natural texture, simplicity, and the quiet beauty of everyday utility. This generously sized plate serves beautifully as a functional tableware piece or as a display object for collectors of contemporary Japanese ceramics.

A refined example of modern Mashiko craftsmanship, it embodies both artistic presence and warm usability.

TAKESHITA SHIKAMARU – HANDCRAFTED JAPANESE POTTERY WITH NATURAL BEAUTY

This non-glazed pot by Mashiko ceramic artist Takeshita Shikamaru showcases the quiet depth and natural beauty that define his work. Handcrafted in Mashiko, the bowl features a softly textured surface enhanced by organic firing effects and subtle pools of color created through natural ash deposits. Each mark and tonal shift reflects the unpredictable, expressive nature of traditional wood-firing.

Shikamaru’s ceramics embody the principles of Japanese folk craft—simplicity, honesty of materials, and the warmth of everyday use. This wide, shallow vessel balances rustic character with refined artistry, making it suitable as a statement centerpiece, a functional serving bowl, or a collectible piece for lovers of contemporary Japanese pottery.

A unique, one-of-a-kind work that captures the evolving spirit of Mashiko-yaki, crafted with intention and depth.

Kimura Koki

Bamboo Painted Plate / Kimura Koki

Large Size : φ254mm × H33mm

Small Size : φ187mm × H30mm

MASHIKO CERAMICS WITH HAND-PAINTED SANSUI LANDSCAPES

Experience the beauty of traditional Japanese craftsmanship with this hand-painted sansui landscape plate by Kimura Koki, a Mashiko pottery artist. Made in the historic Mashiko region, the piece features the classic mountain-and-water motif, with delicately painted bamboo elements that enhance its serene and expressive composition. Each plate is handcrafted and individually painted, showcasing natural glazes, earthy clay textures, and a timeless Japanese aesthetic. Ideal for display or daily use, it is a refined choice for collectors and lovers of authentic Japanese pottery.

KIMURA KOKI – MASHIKO POTTER AND HAND-PAINTED SANSUI LANDSCAPE ARTIST

Koki Kimura is a Mashiko-based ceramic artist known for his refined craftsmanship and contemporary interpretation of traditional Japanese pottery. Working in the historic Mashiko region, he creates expressive functional ware featuring natural glazes, earthy textures, and balanced forms. A hallmark of his work is the hand-painted sansui landscape motif—an enduring Mashiko tradition—rendered with delicate brushwork and a modern sensibility. Each piece is handcrafted, celebrating the warmth of Mashiko clay and the quiet beauty of everyday Japanese ceramics, appealing to both daily users and collectors seeking authentic craft.

Mashiko-yaki  (ware) is a style of Japanese pottery originating from Mashiko, a town in Tochigi Prefecture known for its rich clay and centuries of ceramic tradition. Characterized by thick, durable clay, simple yet elegant forms, and natural glazes, Mashiko-yaki is both functional and artistic, perfect for everyday tableware or collectible pieces.

Unlike ultra-delicate ceramics, Mashiko-yaki emphasizes sturdiness, warmth, and a tactile feel, reflecting the hands-on approach of the artisans. Many pieces are handmade in family-run studios, preserving traditional techniques while experimenting with contemporary designs.

Matsugaoka Glass

Niji no Scat

Choco：Φ6.7cm×H4.7cm

Bowl：Φ13cm×H5.8cm

Macha Bowl：Φ10.5cm×H7.5cm

Let the grains of color rain down. Forms of light, like glasses and tableware, spin at high speed. Upon them, grains (chips) of colored glass rain down like raindrops, giving birth to the brand "Niji no Scat" (Rainbow Scat). A performance of light created by a rainbow of five carefully selected colors. Reminiscent of jazz improvisation—scat— please enjoy its stylish and vibrant elegance.

Matsugaoka Glass is distinguished by its use of the fire-polishing technique, a crafting method that creates a rich luster by exposing the glass to flames. Its appeal lies in the handcrafted precision often praised as "artistic works of light," along with its ability to bring a subtle, elegant accent to everyday life.

KINTO

KRONOS double wall champagne glass 160ml

φ55 x H135 x W70 mm / 160 ml

KRONOS makes drinks look like they are floating in air with a double wall structure. The ring supports your fingers for easy gripping, and the cup has an ideal angle for drinking. With thermal insulated construction, the cups maintain the temperature of hot and cold drinks for a long time. The items can also be perfect for serving desserts or appetizers.

Kinto is a Japanese company founded in 1972 that specialises in the design of contemporary elegant home accessories such as drink ware, tableware and more, with a commitment to produce objects that are durable and usable yet with a gentle twist.

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