Xandre Store Exclusive - Traditional Okinawan mingei tableware featuring hand-applied ten-uchi spotting and the natural character of Kita-gama wood-fired climbing-kiln ceramics.
Description
Hand-thrown by Kyoji Matsuda (松田 共司) of Kita-gama (北窯) in Yomitan Village, this traditional makai combines everyday functionality with the warm, tactile character of Okinawan yachimun.
The bowl follows the classic Ryukyu makai silhouette, with a defined foot ring (kōdai), gently rising walls, and a softly flared rim. Its off-white keshō-do slip provides a warm ground for rhythmic cobalt blue (gosu) and amber-brown (ame-yu) ten-uchi spotting, complemented by a subtle iron-amber rim accent. Fine kannyū micro-crazing, glaze movement, and natural variation reflect its handmade construction and wood-fired character.
Sized for approximately 12.5–13.5 cm in diameter, it is well suited to rice, soups, side dishes, snacks, or tea, making it an especially versatile piece of Okinawan tableware.
Craft & Provenance
- Artist: Kyoji Matsuda (松田 共司), Senior Master Potter and co-founder of Kita-gama
- Origin: Kita-gama (北窯), Yomitan Village, Okinawa
- Tradition: Okinawan yachimun and mingei folk pottery
- Form: Traditional makai / mawan rice bowl
- Technique: Hand-thrown, keshō-do slip, ten-uchi decoration, wood-fired noborigama
- Glazing: Cobalt gosu and amber ame-yu over an off-white slip ground
- Provenance: Directly sourced from Kita-gama, according to the supplied product provenance
Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
| Artist | Kyoji Matsuda (松田 共司) |
| Studio / Origin | Kita-gama (北窯), Yomitan Village, Okinawa |
| Form | Hand-thrown makai / rice bowl |
| Top Diameter | Approx. 12.5–13.5 cm |
| Height | Approx. 6.5–7.2 cm |
| Weight | Approx. 220–280 g |
| Materials | Okinawan clay, keshō-do slip, cobalt and amber glazes |
| Technique | Ten-uchi spot glazing and wood-fired noborigama |
| Color | Cream, cobalt blue (gosu), amber brown (ame) |
| Condition | Pristine gallery condition |
Measurements are approximate.
Care
- Hand wash gently with mild soap and warm water; dry thoroughly.
- Avoid sudden temperature changes or thermal shock.
- Do not use a dishwasher or microwave.
- Handle carefully around the rim and foot ring.
Shipping
Insured domestic and international shipping is available with protective, impact-resistant packaging. Customs duties, VAT, GST, and other import charges are the responsibility of the recipient.
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Xandre Store Exclusive - Traditional Okinawan mingei tableware featuring hand-applied ten-uchi spotting and the natural character of Kita-gama wood-fired climbing-kiln ceramics.
Description
Hand-thrown by Kyoji Matsuda (松田 共司) of Kita-gama (北窯) in Yomitan Village, this traditional makai combines everyday functionality with the warm, tactile character of Okinawan yachimun.
The bowl follows the classic Ryukyu makai silhouette, with a defined foot ring (kōdai), gently rising walls, and a softly flared rim. Its off-white keshō-do slip provides a warm ground for rhythmic cobalt blue (gosu) and amber-brown (ame-yu) ten-uchi spotting, complemented by a subtle iron-amber rim accent. Fine kannyū micro-crazing, glaze movement, and natural variation reflect its handmade construction and wood-fired character.
Sized for approximately 12.5–13.5 cm in diameter, it is well suited to rice, soups, side dishes, snacks, or tea, making it an especially versatile piece of Okinawan tableware.
Craft & Provenance
- Artist: Kyoji Matsuda (松田 共司), Senior Master Potter and co-founder of Kita-gama
- Origin: Kita-gama (北窯), Yomitan Village, Okinawa
- Tradition: Okinawan yachimun and mingei folk pottery
- Form: Traditional makai / mawan rice bowl
- Technique: Hand-thrown, keshō-do slip, ten-uchi decoration, wood-fired noborigama
- Glazing: Cobalt gosu and amber ame-yu over an off-white slip ground
- Provenance: Directly sourced from Kita-gama, according to the supplied product provenance
Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
| Artist | Kyoji Matsuda (松田 共司) |
| Studio / Origin | Kita-gama (北窯), Yomitan Village, Okinawa |
| Form | Hand-thrown makai / rice bowl |
| Top Diameter | Approx. 12.5–13.5 cm |
| Height | Approx. 6.5–7.2 cm |
| Weight | Approx. 220–280 g |
| Materials | Okinawan clay, keshō-do slip, cobalt and amber glazes |
| Technique | Ten-uchi spot glazing and wood-fired noborigama |
| Color | Cream, cobalt blue (gosu), amber brown (ame) |
| Condition | Pristine gallery condition |
Measurements are approximate.
Care
- Hand wash gently with mild soap and warm water; dry thoroughly.
- Avoid sudden temperature changes or thermal shock.
- Do not use a dishwasher or microwave.
- Handle carefully around the rim and foot ring.
Shipping
Insured domestic and international shipping is available with protective, impact-resistant packaging. Customs duties, VAT, GST, and other import charges are the responsibility of the recipient.
Xandre Store
Connecting global collectors with the heritage, craftsmanship, and stories behind Japan’s finest studio masters.
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