Shozan Kiln Plate - Nezumi Shino - 19 cm / 荘山窯 鼠志野 桃山分 ７寸皿 24.8.23 while the elaborate cuts add

while the elaborate cuts add a touch of opulence and sophistication

first arrived in Japan during the Nara period (710-794)

It has a dimension of one masu and is approximately 7

you are holding not just a functional piece of tableware

a beloved symbol in Japanese culture

Shozan Kiln Plate - Nezumi Shino - 19 cm / 荘山窯 鼠志野 桃山分 ７寸皿 24.8.23 while the elaborate cuts addShino ware () holds a special place in Japanese ceramics for the warmth and depth that emerge through use. Originating in Mino during the Momoyama period (), it is known for its thick white feldspar glaze, softly irregular surface, and subtle fire born colour changes that make each piece feel deeply individual. Rather than aiming for perfect smoothness, Shino is valued for the richness of its surface the gentle pinholes, fine crackles, yuzu skin like