Oribe Kobachi Small Bowl MATERIAL_Stoneware Its smooth rim

Its smooth rim

Otsuki intentionally kept the shape of the vase simple to emphasize the gradual transition of colors

allowing their beauty to be appreciated with every use

including being selected for the 5th Maeda Seison Memorial Grand Prize

as well as a distinct

Oribe Kobachi Small Bowl MATERIAL_Stoneware Its smooth rimFinished with a deep, lustrous Oribe glaze, this hand shaped kobachi small bowl reflects the quiet sophistication of Japanese pottery while remaining perfectly suited for everyday use. A base coat of ki Seto glazea pale yellow glaze unique to Mino wareis first applied, followed by layers of Oribe glaze brushed by hand, creating soft gradations of green, amber, and blue that recall natural landscapes. The mogusa clay, known for its subtle tone and