Hikidashi-guro Tea Bowl / Ryotaro Kato

Regular price: $2,000.00
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Created by ceramic artist Ryotaro Kato, the jet-black luster known as hikidashi-guro is both serene and passionate, with a strong sense of power that draws in the viewer.

The black luster of the hikidashi-guro appears when the piece is pulled out (in Japanese, “hikidashi”) of the burning kiln and cools rapidly. The ability to grab and pull out a piece from the scorching flames carefully yet without hesitation, like the power of concentration to discern the moment, is not an ordinary thing, but has been cultivated through long experience, repeated firings in a wood-burning kiln.

Well-versed in the art of the tea ceremony, Ryotaro created this tea bowl with Mino clay and fired in a dedicated ana-gama or cave kiln. Emerging glossy black as if the inside of the bowl was wet, the contrast with the neat white clay surface of the kodai, or foot of the bowl, is beautiful.

For more story about Ryotaro Kato, visit our online media at Kogei Standard.

Area: Tajimi, Gifu Prefecture
Artist: Ryotaro Kato
Material: Ceramic
Size: φ100 x H95mm
This product comes with signed wooden box.

Crafted By

Ryotaro Kato
A ceramic artist based in Tajimi, Gifu Prefecture, Ryotaro Kato is the eighth generation of the “Kobeigama” Kiln family. He is deeply passionate about using “anagama” (literally, “cave”) kilns and produces mainly Mino tea ceramics in styles such as Shino, Setoguro and Oribe. He is also well versed in the tea ceremony and calligraphy, and conveys the beauty of Japan’s unique culture through his works. While building on tradition, he continues to actively refine his own sensibilities and take on the challenge of new projects.

Care Instructions

- Wash before first use with water or warm water.
- Do not use in dishwasher or microwave.
- Do not use in oven or on open fire.
- Clean the product with non-abrasive, soft scouring pad.
- For your own safety, do not use any item that is chipped or cracked.

Shipping & Delivery

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Pickup available at 24 Duxton Hill, Singapore 089607.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the products made?

All products are made in various areas and prefectures across Japan. HULS Gallery Singapore curates and presents a collection of fine crafts from across Japan, each with a unique heritage and expression, collectively highlighting Japan's distinctive appreciation of beauty.

Is there any physical store in Singapore?

Yes, we have 4 locations in Singapore.

Duxton Hill - Flagship
24 Duxton Hill, Singapore 089607
11pm - 7pm (Mon- Sat) *Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays

Millenia Walk
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Joo Chiat
292 Joo Chiat Road #03-01, Singapore 427544
Tue - Fri: 11pm - 7pm / Sat & Sun: 10am - 7pm *Closed on Mondays

Takashimaya
Takashimaya Department Store, B1, Japanese Tableware Section
391A Orchard Road, Singapore 238873

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The shipping fee is SGD25.00 (up to 20kgs). For purchase over SGD150 & above, you may enjoy a special rate of SGD15.00 for express shipping.
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