{"product_id":"limited-shigaraki-ware-25cm-plate-95929","title":"Limited Japanese Shigaraki Ware 25cm Plate","description":"\u003cp\u003eLimited Shigaraki Ware Carbonized Plate — 25.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA large, expressive ceramic plate made in Shigaraki, one of Japan’s historic pottery regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated as part of a collection of vessels designed with food and presentation in mind, this plate celebrates one of the defining qualities of Shigaraki pottery: the beauty of irregularity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts broad surface is dominated by deep charcoal and smoky black tones, while the firing creates subtle areas of blue-gray, earthy brown and muted red around the rim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pale, cloud-like firing mark moves across part of the interior, making the surface itself feel almost like a landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gently irregular outline and natural variation of the carbonized surface give the plate a presence that cannot be reproduced through industrial manufacturing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is especially striking when food is placed with restraint, allowing the dark ceramic surface to become part of the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable as a dinner plate, serving plate or presentation plate for both Japanese and contemporary cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for the exact piece shown in the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSHIGARAKI WARE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShigaraki ware, or Shigaraki-yaki, is pottery produced around Shigaraki in Koka, Shiga Prefecture, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is recognized as one of Japan’s Six Ancient Kilns, with a ceramic tradition extending back centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShigaraki ware was designated a Traditional Craft by the Japanese government in 1976.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts character comes from the relationship between clay, fire and the individual maker — embracing natural variation rather than perfect uniformity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHETCHIMON\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Hetchimon” comes from a word traditionally used by Shigaraki craftspeople to describe something unusual, individual or slightly unconventional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hetchimon collection by Marui Ceramics celebrates this idea through vessels whose forms, surfaces and firing patterns retain their individual character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than treating irregularity as something to remove, the collection makes it part of the object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRED AND BLACK\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece belongs to a series exploring red and black ceramic surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe contrast between the quiet depth of carbonized black and subtle warm tones created through firing gives the plate both restraint and intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Limited piece — one available\u003cbr\u003e\n• Shigaraki ware \/ Shigaraki-yaki\u003cbr\u003e\n• Hetchimon collection\u003cbr\u003e\n• Carbonized ceramic finish\u003cbr\u003e\n• Handmade in Japan\u003cbr\u003e\n• Made in Shiga Prefecture, Japan\u003cbr\u003e\n• Material: Ceramic\u003cbr\u003e\n• Approx. 25.5 cm W × 25.5 cm D × 4 cm H\u003cbr\u003e\n• Approx. 10 × 10 × 1.6 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCARE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Microwave: Do not use\u003cbr\u003e\n• Dishwasher: Do not use\u003cbr\u003e\n• Hand washing recommended\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePLEASE NOTE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is handmade and kiln-fired Japanese pottery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVariations and irregularities in shape, dimensions, color, firing marks and surface texture are natural characteristics of the piece and are part of its intended appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe photographs show the actual piece you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA singular Shigaraki plate where food, clay and fire become part of the same composition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WabiSabi Kitchen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54086298468659,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/7130\/7827\/files\/Photoroom_20260916_192047.jpg?v=1789554108","url":"https:\/\/wabisabikitchen.net\/products\/limited-shigaraki-ware-25cm-plate-95929","provider":"WabiSabi Kitchen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}