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Toru Yoshikawa

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We are a Japanese Pottery & Porcelain store.We'll be posting pics of tea & sake ware etc from our lineup on our website, as well as scenes from our daily life.

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A firing comparison sample of teapots by Yohei Konishi β€” same clay, different firing methods.
Right: wood-fired.
Front: fired twice, with charcoal used in the second firing.
Back: electric kiln-fired.

20.01.2026 22:58 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Yesterday, I visited Master Konishi Yohei.
Approaching 85, his energy, curiosity, and commitment to craftsmanship remain as strong as ever.

13.01.2026 08:38 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A little naughty night sweet, paired with warm houjicha.
#wagashi #dorayaki #konishiyohei

11.01.2026 22:52 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Hanabiramochi β€” a traditional New Year sweet.
Soft rice cake, sweet white miso, and a hint of pink that echoes the first plum blossoms of spring.
#wagashi #newyearsweets

05.01.2026 08:37 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Osechi New Year cuisine from Noto peninsula
The first meal of the year.
Subtle, refined flavors to start the year calmly.

01.01.2026 04:33 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Mizuhiki, a traditional Japanese decorative cord for celebrations.
Crane and tortoise β€” symbols of longevity and good fortune.

30.12.2025 11:26 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Mogake houhin by Tanikawa Jin 160 ml #tokonameyaki #teapot

29.12.2025 10:42 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A set of Hagi engraved tea bowl(small)and plate by Noutomi Naoko #hagiyaki

27.12.2025 01:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We will be closed from December 30 to January 5.
Shipping resumes on January 6.
Wishing you a Happy Holiday Season and a Happy New Year 2026!

22.12.2025 08:14 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Ougyoku yunomi from Shinemon kiln #aritayaki

21.12.2025 10:11 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Newly arrived Blue Hagi chawan by Yamane Seigan

16.12.2025 22:42 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Flat yellow Mogake teapot by Jinshu (90 ml)

12.12.2025 02:53 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Banko Wood-fired Shidei (purple) backhandle teapot 140ml by Otsuki Shun

07.12.2025 11:23 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Dragon hirafutongata tetsubin 1.6 L by Kunzan

05.12.2025 08:36 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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02.12.2025 08:31 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Otsuki Shun’s 110ml Banko shidei teapot β€” beautifully compact, refined, and made from his own hand-prepared clay. Perfect for enjoying fine Japanese tea.

29.11.2025 07:03 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Hagiyaki Kofukuwan tea bowl by Mukuhara Kashun - one of the smallest bowl sizes that still allows you to whisk matcha properly. #woodfired

28.11.2025 08:49 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Hagi biwa (Loquat) yunomi by Mukuhara Kashun 245ml #hagiyaki

27.11.2025 11:12 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Simmered rockfish glazed in a sweet soy sauce served on an Abalone shape sometsuke sansui dish from Kisen. I paired it with warm sake in a handpainted Sardine sake flask and sakazuki cup from Warabe Kobo Studio.

20.11.2025 13:07 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Year of the Horse incense box -Kochi yellow glazed

18.11.2025 06:27 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Our actual store is getting ready for the Year of the Horse 2026!

17.11.2025 04:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Charming ceramic cats wearing horse hoods to emulate next year’s zodiac animal.
Lovingly crafted by Warabe Kobo studio, their cheerful expressions make them especially popular.

14.11.2025 08:13 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Mukago, tiny wild yam bulbs of autumn, cooked with rice in my donabe β€” delicious.

13.11.2025 11:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Kiji Karatsu yunomi by Kimata Kaoru 255 ml β€” rustic texture and bold brushwork in perfect harmony.
#karatsuyaki #Karatsuware

11.11.2025 08:52 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Kyoto Kochin Ware Yunomi from Shihou kiln 220-235 ml #cochinware

07.11.2025 05:53 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Enjoyed a seasonal course dinner at a local Japanese restaurant β€” a true delight for both the palate and the eye.

05.11.2025 11:21 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Handpainted Kyosatsuma style Kinsai sencha cups by Kizawa 70-75ml #kyoyaki

31.10.2025 08:32 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Panda pin dishes and chopstick rests by Makita Ryo.
Their relaxed expressions are sure to bring a smile to your face.
#ε€§η†ŠηŒ«

30.10.2025 08:34 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Hand-decorated with the Icchin slip-trailing technique, this mug features a traditional raised Unkin design of cherry blossom and maple leaves.
Unkin designs are used to symbolise the beauty of the seasons, good fortune and the harmony of nature. #handmademug

29.10.2025 11:12 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Kyoyaki handpainted Shonzui guinomi from Shihou kiln #kyotoware #sakecup

28.10.2025 05:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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