Stylish Tableware from Furutani Pottery, Born in Shigaraki, Famous for its Tanuki

Furutani Pottery is a pottery studio located in Shigaraki Town, Shiga Prefecture, famous for its Shigaraki tanuki. Based on Shigaraki ware, they create stylish tableware that pursues beauty and usability in everyday vessels. Their characteristic is the coexistence of design and practicality, integrating traditional techniques with modern lifestyles.

Representative Koichi Furutani excels at maximizing the charm of Shigaraki clay and creating warm pottery with his unique expression. His works are highly acclaimed both in Japan and abroad, and Furutani Pottery is attracting attention from pottery enthusiasts worldwide.

Tableware from Furutani Pottery that Balances Shigaraki Ware Tradition and Design

Warm Tableware Unique to Shigaraki Ware

Shigaraki clay is characterized by its warm color, a blessing of nature. Furutani Pottery's vessels generously use this Shigaraki ware clay, resulting in a finish that feels natural.

Fusion of Modern Design and Traditional Shigaraki Ware Techniques

Furutani Pottery's vessels are characterized by their simple and modern design, but they also value the warmth of handmade craftsmanship and forms that convey the tradition of Shigaraki ware. While maintaining Japanese beauty, their designs are perfect for modern dining tables.

Handmade Shigaraki Ware with a Sense of Warmth

Since each piece is handcrafted by artisans, subtle differences in texture emerge from one vessel to another. The charm of handmade craftsmanship is conveyed in these vessels, bringing comfort with each use and gaining more character over time.

The Charm of Furutani Pottery's Stylish Tableware

Furutani Pottery's vessels are not just tableware; they enrich daily meals and create special moments.

Stylish Tableware that Transforms the Ordinary into the Extraordinary

Furutani Pottery's vessels are simple yet beautifully adorn the dining table, with designs that suit any cuisine. There is a wide selection of vessels you'll want to use every day. Moreover, they are designed to be durable, making them easy to use.

Delightful Tableware, Perfect for Gifting

Shigaraki ware vessels stand out for their warm, handmade quality and excellent design, making them ideal for gifts. Furutani Pottery's vessels are also affordably priced, making them perfect for wedding gifts, birthdays, or souvenirs.

Durable Shigaraki Ware for Long-Lasting Use

Shigaraki ware is strong and durable pottery. It is resistant to breaking with daily use, and its character deepens over time. The beauty and texture of the vessel change as time passes, and you'll grow fonder of it with each use. You can use it as a lifelong possession.

Furutani Pottery's Tableware Grows on You with Use

The charm of Shigaraki ware lies in how its color and texture change with use, deepening in character over time. Furutani Pottery's vessels, with their rustic and warm clay texture and subtle individual differences from being handmade, bring a comfortable sensation with each use. By cherishing and using them, the vessels become increasingly personal, adding depth to your dining table. Why not enrich your everyday dining experience with Furutani Pottery's vessels?