Collection: Kutani ware Kokuzou Kiln
Kokuzou Kiln – Modern Kutani Ware with Tradition and Elegance
Kokuzou Kiln, located in Nomi, Ishikawa, is one of the most beloved kilns of Kutani ware. Guided by the philosophy “beautiful to see, enjoyable to use, and enriching to own,” the kiln produces a wide variety of Japanese porcelain that blends traditional Kutani overglaze techniques with modern lifestyle design.
Their works include elegant pasta plates, stylish free cups, and sake vessels, making them highly versatile for both Japanese and Western dining. The kiln is especially known for its Turkish Blue glaze, a vivid, glass-like blue inspired by the sparkling sea under the sunlight, as well as Akae (red painting) camellia motifs, representing purity and elegance in Japanese culture.
With bold colors, refined craftsmanship, and a perfect balance of tradition and innovation, Kokuzou Kiln’s creations are admired worldwide as unique Japanese gifts and tableware.
Kokuzo Kiln's Pottery Production
Kokuzo Kiln was founded in 1997. Kokuzo Kiln is one of the few kilns in the kutaniyaki industry that handles all production processes in-house, from molding the clay to painting and kiln firing. In addition, the kiln produces mainly earthenware,which is rare in Kutaniyaki. Kokuzo kiln's pottery has the texture and warmth of earthenware, the taste of hand-painted pottery, and is comfortable to use. However, the originality of their shapes and designs make their Kutani ware stand out from the crowd.
Ippuku Bowl", a popular and mainstay of Kokuzo Kiln
Plump and rounded shape. The warm texture of the ceramic. The patterns, carefully hand-painted one by one, are also beautiful. This "Ippuku Bowl" is indispensable when talking about Kokuzo Kiln
The Turkish Glaze series that radiates individuality
There are many painted items at Kokuzo Kiln, including the Ippuku bowl. However, the Turkish Glaze Series stands out from the rest. This series is fired only with Turkish blue glaze, without painting.We visited a glaze shop to develop this Turkish blue glaze. After searching for the ideal blue, mixing and blending, it was finally ready. Next is the firing temperature during the kiln firing. Depending on the firing temperature, the color of the blue would vary and bubbles would form, and it took a year to consistently produce a color that matched the image.
Thoughts and perseverance in forming
Kokuzo Kiln sells handmade products. So I don't want to make something that can be made with a mold. We make vessels that can only be expressed by hand, such as rocro and tatara molding.
Maximizing the power of integrated production! In the kutaniyaki industry, there are many places that divide the work of making clay and painting into separate processes, but at Kokuzo Kiln, both clay and painting are made by the company itself, making it an integrated production system. The kiln also produces its own clay base. The base is the vessel before the painting is applied. Painting and firing are also done in-house. All the work is done in-house.
Let customers speak for us
A gift for my wife’s birthday.
She loves it,
I couldn't be happier with this Kutani ware incense burner. The decoration is just beautiful. The store were very quick to process and ship my order - I'd happily buy from them again.
Long lead item but was perfect when received.
Super fast international shipping, extremely well packed and beautiful presentation. COMPLETELY WOWED!
Packaging was perfect and arrive safely. Amazing packaging and execution
it arrived elegantly wrapped and safely packed, the item itself is fabulous.
I was so pleased with the beautiful craftsmanship of this delicate bowl, and the way it came wrapped in a wooden box tied up in cloth. Exceptional experience.
As beautiful as it is on the photo! It feels one of a kind.
Very pleased with both the item and customer service experience. Beautifully packaged, fast delivery, great communication from seller.
The website, product, process and service have all been first-class.
Nice flower vase. Good product!
This is adorable! I need all the colors!
Once again, I just put them all around my home and enjoy them!
