(ki:ts) in FT HTSI – Japanese Studio Pottery from Mashiko
Featured in FT HTSI: Japanese Studio Pottery at (ki:ts) London
We are honoured that (ki:ts) London and our “UTSUWA IROIRO – AW2025 Mashiko Pottery Fair” have been featured in the Financial Times HTSI under “Japanese studio pottery for craft obsessives.”
Mashiko pottery at (ki:ts) London – UTSUWA IROIRO AW2025
(ki:ts) in Financial Times HTSI
HTSI emphasizes Mashiko’s significance as the historic home of Japan’s studio pottery movement, noting that the town “continues to produce some of Japan’s most beautiful handmade ceramics.” The article introduces the Marylebone (ki:ts) pop-up as a destination to discover this craftsmanship, featuring celadon mugs, white flower vases and black-glazed teapots made by distinguished Mashiko makers.
Being included in this international spotlight is a meaningful recognition of our mission at (ki:ts): to connect London with the richness of Japanese craft, design and culture. We are grateful to HTSI for showcasing the artistry of Mashiko and for bringing attention to the talented potters whose work we are honoured to present.
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UTSUWA IROIRO – AW2025 Mashiko Pottery Fair at (ki:ts)
Mashiko-yaki is a renowned style of Japanese pottery originating from Mashiko, a town in Tochigi Prefecture celebrated for its rich clay deposits and centuries of ceramic tradition. Known for its thick, durable clay body, simple yet refined silhouettes, and natural ash and iron glazes, Mashiko-yaki embodies both functionality and artistry. These pieces are designed for everyday use yet possess a quiet beauty that appeals to collectors and lovers of handcrafted Japanese ceramics.
Unlike ultra-delicate porcelain, Mashiko pottery emphasises warmth, sturdiness and a distinctly tactile feel. Each vessel carries the imprint of the potter’s hand, reflecting the honest, hands-on nature of the craft. Many works are produced in small, family-run studios, where traditional techniques are preserved while contemporary forms and glaze expressions continue to evolve.
The UTSUWA IROIRO – AW2025 Mashiko Pottery Fair at (ki:ts) brings together a curated selection of these pieces—from katakuchi matcha bowls and celadon-glazed mugs to vases, plates and one-of-a-kind collector’s works—each showcasing the depth, diversity and spirit of Mashiko’s ceramic culture.
Meet the Mashiko Makers
Tomoo HamadaThird-generation potter of the Hamada family, blending Mingei tradition with contemporary glaze work.
Koki KimuraKnown for hand-painted sansui landscapes and refined Mashiko forms.
Kimano ToukiStudio by Shiya and Hikari Kimano, combining Okinawa influences with Mashiko clay.
Check: Mashiko London Fair in London at (ki:ts)