{"product_id":"urara-matsuzaki_mamezara_s_b_gosu","title":"Small Plate B Blue｜Urara Matsuzaki","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe grace of flowers and plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade with Mashiko clay and glaze, these pottery pieces exude a warmth and deep gentleness, as if they are speaking softly to the heart. Though the colors are quiet and subdued, each piece has a definite presence, and every time you pick one up, your heart will be at peace.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/1909\/9810\/files\/DSC08505_513cd60d-99a1-4a53-8c1a-25fa57521f71_480x480.jpg?v=1749465044\" alt=\"Small dish by Rei Matsuzaki\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy layering Japanese kimono patterns and good old British wallpaper and fabrics, a unique and beautiful worldview is created. It has a soft Japanese atmosphere, but also a nostalgic and warm Western feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/1909\/9810\/files\/DSC09925_4920c3b2-e3c1-4763-bd08-6ca9da21529d_480x480.jpg?v=1749465084\" alt=\"Small dish by Rei Matsuzaki\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter applying black clay to the base, the patterns are carved out one by one with a needle-like tool. The process is carefully crafted, as if spinning a story. The texture that fits gently in the palm of your hand, the beauty created by the intricate patterns, and the warmth that can only be achieved by handwork are conveyed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/1909\/9810\/files\/DSC09880_83945bab-13b7-491a-91e9-fd34e0c5a336_480x480.jpg?v=1749464690\" alt=\"Small dish by Rei Matsuzaki\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe glaze mixing method he learned while studying in England is used to create a lovely color with an indescribable warmth. The plump, moderate thickness and elegant floral pattern gently envelop the viewer, bringing a quiet moisture and peace of mind to their lives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/1909\/9810\/files\/DSC09888_d5b31177-fefd-46a3-9b21-81110d077bca_480x480.jpg?v=1749465141\" alt=\"Gosu tableware by Rei Matsuzaki\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause each piece is handmade, there are individual differences in color, shape, size, weight, uneven glaze, glaze pools, and subtle differences in patterns and designs. Also, some pieces may have differences in the amount of glaze applied, pinholes, or iron powder (black spots), but this does not affect their use. Please enjoy the unique expressions that can only be achieved through handmade items. You cannot choose which item you will receive, but we hope you will look forward to receiving it. If you are interested, please contact us before shipping and we will email you a photo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e◆◆ \u003ca style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" title=\"List of works by Rei Matsuzaki\" href=\"\/en\/collections\/matsuzakiurara\"\u003eList of dishes by\u0026nbsp;Urara Matsuzaki\u003c\/a\u003e ◆◆\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eProduct details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 21px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.161%; height: 21px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction area\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 76.839%; height: 21px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 21px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.161%; height: 21px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ematerial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 76.839%; height: 21px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePottery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 63px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.161%; height: 63px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003esize\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 76.839%; height: 63px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiameter: approx. 9\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003ecm\u003cbr\u003e Height: Approx. \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e1.5\u003c\/span\u003e cm\u003cbr\u003e Weight: Approx. \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e106\u003c\/span\u003e g\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 86.5px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.161%; height: 86.5px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eelectronic equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 76.839%; height: 86.5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMicrowave: Applicable\u003cbr\u003eDishwasher: Applicable\u003cbr\u003e Oven: Not Applicable\u003cbr\u003e Direct flame: Not Applicable\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUrara Matsuzaki\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.4682%;\"\u003e1999\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 77.5318%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGraduated from Nihon University College of Art, Department of Fine Arts, Industrial Design Course\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.4682%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1999\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 77.5318%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTravelled to England and studied glass and ceramics at Buckinghamshire University for one year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.4682%;\"\u003e2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 77.5318%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrained at Yumi Pottery Factory in Mashiko\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.4682%;\"\u003e2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 77.5318%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGraduated from Tochigi Prefecture Ceramic Industry Support Center\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.4682%;\"\u003e2006\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 77.5318%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstablished tete+gallery, a shop selling pottery and household goods, next to his independent studio in Mashiko Town.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended care methods and precautions from\u0026nbsp;Urara Matsuzaki\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e*We recommend soaking it in water or rinsing water before using it for the first time to seal it so dirt won't get in easily. *After washing, be sure to dry it thoroughly before storing it.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnderstanding of \"Utsuwa\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*Because each piece is handmade, there will be individual differences in color, shape, pattern, size, thickness, weight, etc. Also, even with the same glaze and clay, there will be uneven color and shading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003e*Each piece is hand painted, so the expression may vary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003eDepending on the product, small holes, small black spots, scratches, protrusions, pinholes, rattling, and distortions may be found due to the manufacturing process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003e*We process the product images to make them as close to the actual colors as possible, but the colors and textures may appear different depending on the display screen of your computer or smartphone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003e*In addition to inspection by the manufacturer, kiln, and artist, we only deliver products that have passed final inspection at our store.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003e*The product photos are sample shots, so the items you receive will not be identical in every detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003e* We do not accept returns or exchanges due to customer convenience. Please understand and agree before making a purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003eWe hope you enjoy the unique \"flavor\" and \"interestingness\" that can only come from something handmade, not mass-produced in a factory!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"四季折折","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47325928423674,"sku":"MU-022","price":1022.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/1909\/9810\/files\/DSC09842.jpg?v=1749205288","url":"https:\/\/shikioriori-store.xyz\/en\/products\/urara-matsuzaki_mamezara_s_b_gosu","provider":"四季折折 （オンラインストア）","version":"1.0","type":"link"}