ZenwareCrafts

Aika

Tokyo, Japan

production

Arita Ware

Arita, Japan

Arita ware’s history began in the 17th century. Arita ware has many fine characteristics; it is thin, light, its feel almost like that of glass, yet solid. It is also durable and does not absorb water, making it suited for tableware.

Bunzan Kiln

Toki, Japan

Bunzan is an Arita ware pottery founded in 1953.
It has the only Arita ware tunnel kiln in existence in its studio located on a hill overlooking the countryside. Using the kiln, the pottery has produced various long-selling products that have opened a new frontier for Arita ware.

Cattrio

Japan

Cattrio uses eco-friendly clay to produce tableware with cute cat patterns.

Dehua (德化) Pottery

Fujian, China

Founded in the Song Dynasty and flourished during the Ming, Dehua porcelain is iconic for its "creamy white" texture—silky, bright, and crystalline. While famous for its sculptural Buddhist figures, the craft also excels in functional tableware like jars, cups, and platters.

Hasami Ware

Hasamiishi, Japan

Hasami ware is crafted in Hasami, Nagasaki, with over 400 years of history. Known for its clean lines, minimalist beauty, and everyday functionality, it blends timeless craftsmanship with modern design, making it a beloved choice for both daily use and decorative display.

Hokusai Fuji

Mino, Japan

Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Japanese: 富嶽三十六景, Hepburn: Fugaku Sanjūrokkei) is a series of landscape prints by the Japanese ukiyo-e artist Hokusai (1760–1849). The series depicts Mount Fuji from different locations and in various seasons and weather conditions.

ISHIDA

Obama, Japan

Ishida is a creator of Wakasa lacquerware, a traditional art of Obama in Fukui Prefecture that dates back to the early Edo period (1603–1868 CE). With over eighty years of experience, Ishida continues to honor this rich tradition.

Ishimaru Tōgei

Nagasaki, Japan

Ishimaru Tōgei is a Japanese pottery maker rooted in the ceramic tradition of Hasami, Nagasaki, a region known for producing tableware for 400+ years. It blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design from subtle glaze variations and kiln-fired textures to simple functional forms.

KANEKO KOHYO

Toki, Japan

Kaneko Kohyo Pottery was founded in 1921. Originally Japan’s largest producer of tokkuri sake serving bottles, we now strive to create new items that meet and exceed the senses and needs of discerning consumers seeking originality, beauty and functionality for their dining and entertaining pleasure.

Kurashima

Kawagoe, Japan

Kurashima crafts vessels that live quietly within your daily landscape. Featuring gentle curves and a hand-fitting touch, our ceramics merge the natural warmth of earth with clever, hidden details.

Kutani Ware

Kaga, Japan

Kutani ware is a traditional Japanese craft with a history of over 360 years. Among the many types of Japanese ceramics, Kutani ware is characterized by its vivid colors. Kutani-yaki is extremely popular not only in Japan but also overseas.

MAEBATA

Gifu, Japan

design and production

Marumo Takagi

Mino, Japan

Building on these centuries of craftsmanship, Marumo Takagi was founded in 1887 and originally focused on producing sake cups. Five generations of the Takagi family have led the company since then, and they have maintained their pioneering excellence throughout that time.

Mino Ware

Gifu, Japan

Mino ware is produced in Tono, Gifu, Japan. It has maintained its long history and tradition but adapted for modern times. A notable feature of Mino ware is its wide variety, consists of over 15 types of pottery registered as traditional crafts.

Minoru Touki

Toki, Japan

Nestled in the town of Toki, at the heart of Gifu Prefecture, Minoru Touki is dedicated to exploring the rich heritage of Mino ware. Discover their meticulously curated collections, where traditional craftsmanship meets contemporary flair.

Miyama

Gifu, Japan

Miyama is a refined expression of contemporary Japanese ceramics born in Gifu in 1977, known for its clean forms, subtle textures, and thoughtful functionality. Produced in Japan’s historic ceramic regions, Miyama pieces blend traditional craftsmanship with modern design sensibilities.

Momoko Shiohata

Oyama, Japan

Momoko Shiohata, a ceramic artist, is renowned for her vessels that embody the very soil and atmosphere of Mashiko. She specializes in the traditional British technique called "Slipware," where she uses keshōdo (slip) - a mixture of clay and water.

Other

Japan

This applies to the elegant products we randomly found in Japan from local boutique shops.

Pejite

Mashiko, Japan

Pejite,is based in Mashiko Town, Tochigi Prefecture, known for its original pottery and wooden pieces. Each item is thoughtfully made by hand, featuring natural textures and subtle variations that reflect the warmth and character of true craftsmanship.

Rina Ono

Gifu, Japan

Rina Ono is a Japanese designer known for her warm, human-centered approach to everyday objects. Blending modern simplicity with timeless tradition, she creates tableware and lifestyle pieces that bring comfort, connection, and beauty to daily life.

Seki Magoroku

Seki, Japan

Produce the product

Tajima Glass

Edo, Japan

Tajima Glass is a celebrated Japanese artisan glassmaker founded in 1956 in Tokyo, now based in Edogawa Ward. They carry forward the traditions of Edo Glass and Edo Kiriko, meticulously handcrafting each piece through age-old techniques like glassblowing, molding, and sandblasting

Takashi Sogo

Okayama, Japan

Japanese ceramic artist, based in Okayama Prefecture, blends modern sensibilities with traditional craftsmanship. By leaving his thumbprint on each piece, he conveys the warmth and individuality of handmade work, making each piece truly one of a kind.

Takiyo Klin

Arita, Japan

Takiyo Kiln is a specific pottery kiln located in the Arita region of Japan, famous for producing high-quality porcelain and a well-known brand within the broader Arita ware tradition, known for its distinctive styles and patterns.

Tono

Toki, Japan

Production

Toyo Sasaki

Tokyo, Japan

Toyo Glass was founded in 1878 during the Meiji era and officially merged with Sasaki Glass 1957. Toyo Sasaki Glass (TSG) is the top glassware manufacturer in Japan, a company comprised of master craftsmen who specialize in the art of glass-making. Each artisan requires at least 15 years of glassmak

Tsubame Kobo

Gifu, Japan

Named after the swallows nesting in its workshop, Daikei creates tableware for everyday enjoyment. Using black clay and signature kiln-firing techniques, Tsubame ceramics stand out with unique glaze tones.

Tsugaru Vidro

Aomori, Japan

Founded in Aomori, Japan, Tsugaru Vidro is a renowned Japanese glassware brand celebrated for its vibrant handblown creations inspired by the beauty of Japan’s four seasons. Each piece is carefully handmade by skilled artisans using techniques developed in the Tsugaru region since the mid-20th.