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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Line small plate blue porcelain Mino ware
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Line Small Plate Gray Porcelain Mino Ware
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Plate L Indigo Blue Porcelain ORLO Mino Ware
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Small bowl porcelain chrysanthemum Mino ware
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Japanese teapot White kiln glaze porcelain Mino ware
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Coffee cup/tea cup, Kusushikushime pottery, Mino ware
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Chopstick rest Eggplant navy (blue) Porcelain Giyaman Mino ware
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Chopstick rest Rikyu (green) Porcelain Giyaman Mino ware
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Chopstick rest lacquer (brown) porcelain Giyaman Mino ware
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Chamfered chopstick rest blue pottery Mino ware
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Chamfered chopstick rest white ceramic Mino ware
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Hand-made soup Seiko pottery Mino ware
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Hand-made soup, white cream, pottery, Mino ware
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3-piece sake set, rice tea, porcelain, Mino ware
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3-piece sake set, rice white porcelain, Mino ware
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Inochi Inacha Porcelain Mino Ware
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Inochi rice white porcelain Mino ware
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Ho Rock Wakura Porcelain Mino Ware
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5.5 bowl Wakura porcelain Mino ware
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Bowl Blue Ceramic Straw Hand Mino Ware
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Bowl Orange Ceramic Straw Hand Mino Ware
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Bowl Tokusa porcelain Kurochin kiln Mino ware
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Bowl, Six Gourds, Porcelain, Kurochin Kiln, Mino Ware
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18cm/7.1in Shallow Rim Bowl, Annan Raku Painting, Goth Pottery, Southern Kiln, Mino Ware
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18cm/7.1in Rim Shallow Bowl Annan Red Painted Small Pattern Ceramic Minami Kiln Mino Ware
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18cm/7.1in Flower pot, blue vein, porcelain, Mino ware
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Bowl M Silver Green Porcelain Cuole Mino Ware
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Flower bowl pottery Mino ware
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18cm/7.1in Pot Sabannan pottery Minami kiln Mino ware
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Kabuka Bowl Large Ryukyu Drop Porcelain Mino Ware
Regular price $28.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Asa bowl large Ryukyu drop porcelain Mino ware
Regular price $38.67 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Hobuka pot large blue arabesque porcelain Mino ware
Regular price $28.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Bowl M Dark Gray Porcelain Cuole Mino Ware
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Bowl M Silver White Porcelain Cuole Mino Ware
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18cm/7.1in Shallow bowl, Red iron painting, small pattern Pottery, Minami kiln, Mino ware
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18cm/7.1in Flat pot Orange Pottery Straw hand Mino ware
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18cm/7.1in flat pot blue pottery straw hand Mino ware
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Diamond pot, flower crest, pottery, Aianna, Mino ware
Regular price $44.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Asa bowl large blue arabesque porcelain Mino ware
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Deflecting square bowl, Annan Raku painting, Goss pottery, Minami kiln, Mino ware
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Bowl Blue L Porcelain Laurel Mino Ware
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Bowl White L Porcelain Laurel Mino Ware
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Bowl Oribe M Porcelain Laurel Mino Ware
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Bowl White M Porcelain Laurel Mino Ware
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Bowl S Silver Green Porcelain Cuole Mino Ware
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Deflection square bowl Sabannan pottery Minami kiln Mino ware
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16.5cm/5.9in Pot Suna Karatsu Mishima Pottery Mino Ware
Regular price $48.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Asa bowl small Ryukyu drop porcelain Mino ware
Regular price $21.33 USDRegular priceUnit price / per