Shigaraki Ware "Hechimon" Flower Vase, Large, Vertical, Purple and Black, with Shisui Rock Face, Suitable for Buddhist Altars, Ceramic, MR-1-2526

Shigaraki ware is pottery made in Shigaraki Town, a mountain village in Koka City, Shiga Prefecture. It is one of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns and has a history spanning over 1,200 years.

Designated a traditional craft by the national government in 1976 (Showa 51), Shigaraki ware features a variety of shapes and expressions born from nature and artisans, and is imbued with the sincerity and playfulness of masters who value "imbalance." The "Hechimon" (registered trademark) comes from a Shigaraki artisan's term meaning "unusual objects."

Dimensions, color, and pattern may vary slightly due to the handmade nature of the pottery.

Size: Approx. 14cm W x 9cm D x 21cm H Material: Ceramic Country of Origin: Japan