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As with many of the major potteries in Japan, the origins of Hagi yaki can be traced back to the influx of Korean potters to Japan following military manoeuvres abroad. In 1592, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, a famous warlord and important historical figure, conducted a disastrous campaign on the Korean peninsula. His efforts were not entirely in vain however as he forcibly brought back Korean craftsmen, who under the patronage of the local lord Mori Terumoto, went on to produce wares which developped into Hagi yaki as we know it today. A demand for tea ceremony goods from the moneyed classes kept the Hagi potters in business and the simple rustic shapes with a delicate transluscent white glaze found favor with tea ceremony masters, giving Hagi yaki a certain cachet and ensuring its position as one of the most prestigious potteries in Japan.

Aohagi ippukuwan by Noutomi Susumu

Aohagi ippukuwan/
Noutomi Susumu

Ao Hagi mentori guinomi by Noutomi Susumu
Aohagi mentori guinomi /
Noutomi Susumu

Kakewake yunomi from Choun kiln/Hagi

Kakewake yunomi/
Noutomi Susumu Choun kiln

Blue Hagi yunomi
Aohagi yunomi/

Noutomi Susumu's Choun kiln

Blue Hagi yunomi teacup
Aohagi yunomi/
Noutomi Susumu's Choun kiln

Aohagi kyusu teapot by Noutomi Susumu
Aohagi kyusu/
Noutomi Susumu
Aohagi engraved vase by Noutomi Naoko
Aohagi tea bowl/
Noutomi Susumu

Hagi purple yunomi teacup
Mukuhara Kashun


Hagi yunomi teacup by Mukuhara Kashun
Mukuhara Kashun



Hagi vase by Mukuhara Kashun


Shiro Hagi(White hagi)yunomi by Mukuhara Kashun
Shirahagi yunomi/
Mukuhara Kashun SOLD

Siro Hagi(White hagi)yunomi by Mukuhara Kashun

Shirahagi yunomi/

Mukuhara Kashun SOLD

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Shirahagi yunomi by Ohtani Masahiko
Shira hagi yunomi/
Ohtani Masahiko
SOLD
Kurinuki mentori guinomi by Ohtani Masahiko
Kurinuki mentori guinomi/
Ohtani Masahiko
SOLD


Hagi vase by Mukuhara Kashun

Kurinuki mentori guinomi by Ohtani Masahiko
Kurinuki mentori guinomi/
Ohtani Masahiko
SOLD

Ippukuwan by Mukuhara Kashun

Gohonte houhin/

Mukuhara Kashun


Kairaigi houhin by Mukuhara Kashun
Kairagi houhin/
Mukuhara Kashun
SOLD

Hagi yunomi tea cup by Mukuhara Kashun

Kairagi rugged yunomi/

Mukuhara Kashun

Hagi Kairagi kyusu by Mukuhara Kashun
Kairagi teapot/
Mukuhara Kashun

Hagi guinomi sake cup
Kairagi yuzamashi/
Mukuhara Kashun

Hagi guinomi sake cup
Shira hagi guinomi/
Mukuhara Kashun
Hagi guinomi sake cup
Warabai glazed guinomi/
Mukuhara Kashun

Hagi guinomi sake cup
Hagi guinomi/
Mukuhara Kashun

Hagi large pale pink bowl

Hagi large pale pink bowl/
Yoshioka Megumi

Hagi pale pink yunomi
Hagi pale pink yunomi/
Yoshioka Megumi

Onihagi guinomi
Onihagi guinomi/
Mukuhara Kashun SOLD

Saisai guinomi by Seigan

Sansai (tricolored) guinomi/
Yamane Seigan

Saisai pair cups by Seigan
Sansai (tricolored) pair cups (small)/
Yamane Seigan

 

Japanese pottery/Blue Hagi small cups
Blue flow small cups (pair)/
Yamane Seigan
Japanese pottery/Blue Hagi small cups
Blue flow small cups (pair)/
Yamane Seigan

Kinsai guinomi by Seigan

Kinsai (gold) guinomi/
Yamane Seigan

 

Namako ippukuwan by Seigan

Namako (sea cucumber) tea bowl/
Yamane Seigan

Namako guinomi by Seigan
Namako (sea cucumber) guinomi/
Yamane Seigan

Seigan blue flow bowl

Blue flow bowl/Yamane Seigan

 

Japanese pottery - Hagi namako ippukuwan by Seigan

Sansai (tricolored) teabowl#1/
Yamane Seigan

Japanese pottery - Hagi namako ippukuwan by Seigan
Sansai (tricolored) teabowl#2/
Yamane Seigan

Hagi blue flow teabowl by Seigan

Blue flow tea bowl

Yamane Seigan

Ainagashi kyusu by Seigan

Blue flow teapot/
Yamane Seigan

Hagi blue flow mug by Seigan

Blue flow mug/

Yamane Seigan

 

ripple design yunomi by Seigan

Ripple design yunomi/
Yamane Seigan


Hagi sake set

Hagi white glazed sake set/
Chinshugama kiln

Aohagi Pale blue guinomi/
Yamane Seigan

 

Hagi Kohiki yunomi by Shimizu Keikou
Hagi kohiki yunomi/
Shimizu Keikou


Pale blue ridged guinomi/
Yamane Seigan

 


Oni hagi matcha bowl/
Shibuya Deishi


Oni hagi yunomi/
Shibuya Deish
i

Dragon vase from Chinshugama
Hagi dragon vase/
Chinshugama kiln

Deishi karatachi yunomi small

Karatachi yunomi (small)/

Shibuya Deishi

 


Hagi kohiki yunomi/
Shibuya Deishi


Mishimatsuchi yuzamashi/
Shibuya Deishi SOLD

Japanese pottery - Hagi candle holder

Ceramic candle holder/
Chinshugama kiln


Oni hagi gyokuro cup
Oni hagi gyokuro cup/
Shibuya Deishi


Oni hagi yuzamashi by Deishi - small
Oni hagi yuzamashi/
Shibuya Deishi (small)

 

Japanese pottery -Hagi vase
Slashed vase/
Sakata Deika kil
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Hagi city


The warmth of the pinkish clay, a nubbly texture, and the contrast of the smooth glaze, makes for pieces which are both interesting to look at and a joy to hold. Staying true to is roots, Hagi yaki communicates a sense of well-being and harmony rarely found in today's frenetic world.

Care instructions for Hagi yaki
Hagi yaki is made of very porous clay. As the items are used, tea deposits seep into the glaze,changing the color. Fans of Hagi yaki view this as a charming characteristic rather than a detraction. One gets the feeling that the items are adapting themselves to the owner's usage and that in time, each piece becomes even more unique and special.
When you first start using Hagi yaki, you may notice an earthy smell. This comes from the clay and will disappear with use, as tea deposits are absorbed into the glaze.
Because of the porous nature of the clay, the use of strong detergent is not recommended. Wash in hot water and dry with a soft cloth. Leave to dry naturally in a shady place before storing. Do not leave fluids standing in the items for any length of time as condensation may gather around the base and damage wooden counters or trays. Also, as the base tends to be rough, be careful when using on polished surfaces.

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