Collection: Mino ware
What is Mino Ware?
Mino ware (Mino-yaki) refers to pottery produced in the Mino region of Gifu Prefecture, Japan. With a history spanning approximately 1300 years, Mino ware is known for its diverse styles and designs. It accounts for about 60% of Japan's ceramic production, showcasing flexibility and adaptability to modern lifestyles.
Five Key Features of Mino Ware
- White Slip Carving: Characterized by designs carved into white slip, these pieces exhibit a simple yet sophisticated beauty.
- Sometsuke: Traditional blue patterns on a white background, with many modern designs available.
- Earthy Warmth: Known for its rustic and robust texture, reflecting the natural qualities of the clay.
- Folk Craft Influence: Influenced by the Mingei (folk art) movement, these pieces are practical and aesthetically pleasing.
- Elegant Utensils: Features delicate engravings and decorations, offering a sense of luxury.
Comparison with Other Regions
Mino ware stands out for its diversity and adaptability. Unlike Hasami ware, known for its colorful and vibrant patterns, Mino ware ranges from simple to ornate designs. While Shigaraki ware emphasizes the natural texture of the clay, Mino ware excels in refined designs using advanced techniques.
Appeal of Mino Ware
Mino ware combines traditional techniques with modern needs, making it suitable for everyday use and special occasions. Each piece is crafted meticulously by artisans, ensuring high quality and aesthetic appeal. This flexibility and craftsmanship have earned Mino ware widespread popularity.
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White makeup scraping plate Pottery Mino ware
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Rice bowl, red pattern, pottery, Minami kiln, Mino ware
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Bowl Blue M Porcelain Laurel Mino Ware
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12cm/4.7in Bowl Lacquer (Brown) Porcelain Giyaman Mino Ware
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Soup cup, Annan red pattern, pottery, Minami kiln, Mino ware
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White makeup shaved mug pottery Mino ware
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Tokkuri small rice tea porcelain Mino ware
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Tokkuri small rice white porcelain Mino ware
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Soba choko, Shino Gosu Akae Pottery, Kurochin kiln, Mino ware
Regular price $44.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Soba choko treasure bag porcelain Kurochin kiln Mino ware
Regular price $14.67 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Soba choko, six gourds, porcelain, Kurochin kiln, Mino ware
Regular price $21.33 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Soba choko Gosaijukusa porcelain Kurochin kiln Mino ware
Regular price $21.33 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Soup bowl, flower crest, pottery, Ai Annan, Mino ware
Regular price $32.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Suirin Noodle Bowl 16.5cm/5.9in Porcelain Spica Mino Ware
Regular price $24.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Small bowl, Oribe white camellia, pottery, Kurochin kiln, Mino ware
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Tea bowl black matte porcelain Arco Mino ware
Regular price $20.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Tea bowl silver brown porcelain Arco Mino ware
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White makeup shaving rice bowl pottery Mino ware
Regular price $28.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Small pot green pottery Mino ware
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Small pot tea pottery Mino ware
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Stepped 18cm/7.1in pot Suna Karatsu Mishima pottery Mino ware
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White decorative shavings pottery Mino ware
Regular price $38.67 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Water ring multipurpose pot 13.5cm/5.9in Porcelain Spica Mino ware
Regular price $13.33 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
soba glaze bowl large porcelain minoyaki
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Small bowl, red camellia, porcelain, Kurochin kiln, Mino ware
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Small round bowl, glass glaze, pottery, Mino ware
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Small round bowl, oxidized glaze, pottery, Mino ware
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Small round bowl, orange glaze, pottery, Mino ware
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Square Goth Small Red Porcelain Mino Ware
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Square Goth Small Blue Porcelain Mino Ware
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Small triangular bowl, Annan Raku painting, Goss pottery, Minami kiln, Mino ware
Regular price $28.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Small triangular bowl, Sabannan pottery, Minami kiln, Mino ware
Regular price $28.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Yasumi Small Bowl Gray Porcelain Mino Ware
Regular price $17.33 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Square plate Red camellia pottery Kurochin kiln Mino ware
Regular price $54.67 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Striped plate gray semi-porcelain Mino ware
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Yasumi Oval Plate Blue Porcelain Mino Ware
Regular price $33.33 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Yasumi Oval Plate Gray Porcelain Mino Ware
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Yasumi Oval Plate Brown Porcelain Mino Ware
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White decorative shaving large plate pottery Mino ware
Regular price $34.67 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Small plate Akae Hanasaki Pottery Kurochin kiln Mino ware
Regular price $16.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Small plate Iroe Hanasaki Pottery Kurochin kiln Mino ware
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Small plate Oribe Hanasaki Pottery Kurochin kiln Mino ware
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Small plate, chrysanthemum, candy glaze, porcelain, Mino ware
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Small plate chrysanthemum white mat porcelain Mino ware
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Small quince plate, blue porcelain, Mino ware
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Small quince plate, gray porcelain, Mino ware
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White makeup shaved soup cup pottery Mino ware
Regular price $32.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Soup cup porcelain chrysanthemum Mino ware
Regular price $32.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per