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Komura Kihan "Cylindrical Hanging Flower Vase (Small)" (Okinawa, Arayaki)
$173
Author: Komura Kihan
Origin: Nanjo City, Okinawa
Size: Approx. Φ5.5cm x H39.3cm
Material: Ceramic
-About Komura's tableware-
The expression of Komura's unglazed pottery is the clay itself. Food really stands out. This unglazed pottery is called Arayachi and is also called "Nanban". It is generally called Yakishime.
The first characteristic of Nanban pottery is that it retains heat. Even if you put something hot inside, it will still feel warm and cool. Another characteristic is the tiny holes on the surface of the pottery. The ingredients of the soil mix with the ingredients, making the taste mellow and giving it excellent preservation and aging properties. There is a reason why it has been used for sake jars, soy sauce, and miso jars since ancient times. Even today, Arayaki sake jars are always used to age Awamori.
-Anagama kiln-
Komura's kiln is an old-fashioned anagama kiln. An anagama kiln combines the firing chamber where the pieces are fired with the combustion chamber where the fuel (firewood) is burned. The appearance of the pieces changes depending on the front and back of the fire, and the embers (burning firewood, etc.), and each piece has its own unique style. Prices vary depending on the appearance of the fired pieces, but the clay is the same for all of them.
-Soil and firewood-
It is made from a blend of soil from the southern part of Okinawa's main island, including soils called Jāgaru, Maaji, Kucha, and Niibi.
The firewood used is mostly Ryukyu pine, which is used for the firing process for about six days.
-Maintenance of Arayaki-
Yakishime ware may take on food odors. If this happens, first soak it in water overnight.
This usually makes the smell go away. If it doesn't come off the first time, boiling it can be effective. Repeat this process until you no longer notice the smell.
When washing, we recommend using a scrubbing brush, especially at first, as the particles are coarse.
You can use regular dishwashing detergent. Since ceramic is more fragile than porcelain, it is best to avoid soaking it in water.
You can use washed dishes for a long time by wiping off any moisture and drying them before storing them.
Storing it while it has absorbed water can cause mold, stains, and cracks.
Finally, rinsing it in boiling water will help it dry faster and also prevent odors and mold.
Rather than refraining from using the dishes out of concern for how they will be handled, use them as much as you like.
The more you use it, the smoother it becomes, and the appearance of the vessel changes.
*Due to the nature of the clay and mud glaze, small pieces may flake off or chip, but please consider this to be a characteristic of the clay. It is not eligible for exchange due to defects. Please use with confidence as it has been carefully processed after removal from the kiln. Some products have been repaired and reinforced. Please keep this in mind. If a regular dish sponge falls apart, please use a scrubbing brush.
*This product is also sold in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.
Please be aware of this.