Japanese Tamamura Toyo Hagi Ware Pine Cone Kogo Incense Container

A beautifully sculpted Japanese Hagi ware incense container (kōgō) in the form of a pine cone, attributed to ceramic artist Tamamura Tōyō (玉村登陽) of the Shōrin-an / Tōyō kiln in Hagi, Japan.

The small ceramic vessel features overlapping, individually defined pine cone scales, creating a richly textured sculptural surface.

Soft gray, cream, and warm earthy tones mingle across the glaze, settling into the carved details and emphasizing the organic form.

Traditionally used in the Japanese tea ceremony to hold incense, a kōgō is also appreciated as a small collectible work of ceramic art.

The pine cone motif brings a quiet connection to nature, while the compact form makes this piece especially beautiful displayed on a shelf, in a cabinet of curiosities, or alongside other Japanese ceramic objects.

Details
- Artist: Tamamura Tōyō (玉村登陽)
- Kiln: Shōrin-an / Tōyō Kiln, Hagi, Japan
- Origin: Japan
- Type: Pine cone kōgō / incense container
- Material: Hagi ware ceramic
- Motif: Pine cone (matsukasa)
- Dimensions: Approx. 6.5 × 5 × 4 cm (2.6 × 2.0 × 1.6 in)
- Includes: Original wooden storage box (tomobako)
- Quantity: One incense container

Condition

Beautiful pre-owned condition.

The piece has been well preserved and is in very good overall condition. Please review all photographs for its exact condition, including the ceramic surface and original wooden box.

Care

Handle gently and dust with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid sudden temperature changes, abrasive cleaners, and prolonged soaking.

Please note

This is a traditional tea ceremony incense container, not an incense burner. It is intended to hold incense rather than burn it directly.