Hagi Ware (Hagiyaki) — Japanese Pottery

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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 Dokai tokkuri by Noutomi Susumu SOLD

Aohagi Dokai tokkuri by Noutomi Susumu SOLD

Aohagi guinomi by Noutomi Susumu

Aohagi guinomi by Noutomi Susumu SOLD

Aohagi guinomi by Noutomi Susumu

Aohagi guinomi by Noutomi Susumu SOLD

Aohagi yunomi by Noutomi Susumu

Aohagi yunomi by Noutomi Susumu

Aohagi Wan by Noutomi Susumu 445 ml / 15 fl. oz

Aohagi Wan by Noutomi Susumu 420 ml / 14.2 fl. oz

Aohagi teapot / Noutomi Susumu 330 ml / 11.1 fl.oz

Aohagi teapot / Noutomi Susumu 360 ml / 12.1 fl.oz

Aohagi houhin / Noutomi Susumu 205 ml / 6.9 fl.oz

Aohagi houhin / Noutomi Susumu 200 ml / 6.7 fl oz

Aohagi houhin / Noutomi Susumu 205 ml / 6.9 fl oz

Aohagi houhin / Noutomi Susumu 240 ml / 8.1 fl oz

Aohagi houhin / Noutomi Susumu 210 ml / 7.1 fl oz

Aohagi rock cup / Noutomi Susumu 300-315 ml / 10.1-10.6 fl.oz

Aohagi katakuchi from Choun kiln

Aohagi houhin / Noutomi Naoko 240 ml / 8.1 fl.oz

Aohagi houhin / Noutomi Naoko 240 ml / 8.1 fl.oz

Aohagi tea cup (wan) / Noutomi Naoko 310 ml/ 10.4 fl.oz

Tea bowl & plate set / Noutomi Naoko 240 ml / 8.1 fl.oz

Aohagi carved tea cup (wan) / Noutomi Naoko 180 ml / 6 fl.oz

Onihagi houhin set by Kuroda Gaku SOLD

Blue glaze yunomi by Mukuhara Kashun 285 ml / 9.6 fl oz SOLD

Blue glaze yunomi by Mukuhara Kashun 230 ml / 7.7 fl oz SOLD

Blue glaze yunomi by Mukuhara Kashun 230 ml / 7.7 fl oz SOLD

Blue-glass glaze teapot by Mukuhara Kashun 320 ml / 10.8 fl.oz NEW

Blue-glass glaze teapot by Mukuhara Kashun 340 ml / 11.5 fl.oz NEW

Blue-glass glaze teapot by Mukuhara Kashun 330 ml / 11.2 fl.oz NEW

Hagi yunomi teacup by Mukuhara Kashun

Biwa (Loquat) yunomi by Mukuhara Kashun 290 ml / 9.8 fl.oz

Hagi yunomi teacup by Mukuhara Kashun

Biwa (Loquat) yunomi by Mukuhara Kashun 255 ml / 8.6 fl.oz SOLD

Hagi yunomi teacup by Mukuhara Kashun

White hagi yunomi by Mukuhara Kashun 240 ml / 8.1 fl.oz SOLD

Hagi yunomi teacup by Mukuhara Kashun

White hagi yunomi by Mukuhara Kashun 250 ml / 8.5 fl.oz SOLD

Hagi yunomi teacup by Mukuhara Kashun

White hagi yunomi by Mukuhara Kashun 220 ml / 7.4 fl.oz

Hagi yunomi teacup by Mukuhara Kashun

White hagi yunomi by Mukuhara Kashun 310 ml / 10.5 fl.oz

Hagi yunomi teacup by Mukuhara Kashun

White hagi yunomi by Mukuhara Kashun 300 ml / 10.1 fl.oz

Hagi yunomi teacup by Mukuhara Kashun

White hagi yunomi by Mukuhara Kashun 380 ml / 12.9 fl.oz

Biwa (Loquat) kofukuwan tea bowl by Mukuhara Kashun 425 ml / 14.4 fl.oz NEW

Biwa (Loquat) kofukuwan tea bowl by Mukuhara Kashun 420 ml / 14.2 fl.oz SOLD

Biwa (Loquat) guinomi by Mukuhara Kashun 100 ml / 3.3 fl.oz

White hagi guinomi by Mukuhara Kashun 80 ml / 2.7 fl.oz

Blue glazed guinomi by Mukuhara Kashun 65 ml / 2.1 fl.oz

Blue glazed guinomi by Mukuhara Kashun 80 ml / 2.7 fl.oz

Blue glazed guinomi by Mukuhara Kashun 70 ml / 2.3 fl.oz

Blue glazed guinomi by Mukuhara Kashun 80 ml / 2.7 fl.oz NEW

Blue glazed guinomi by Mukuhara Kashun 80 ml / 2.7 fl.oz NEW

Kairagi teapot by Mukuhara Kashun (small) 130 ml / 4.4 fl.oz

Kairagi teapot by Mukuhara Kashun (small) 120 ml / 4 fl.oz SOLD

Kairagi teapot by Mukuhara Kashun (small) 130 ml / 4.4 fl.oz

Kairagi teapot by Mukuhara Kashun (small) 120 ml / 4 fl.oz

Kairagi teapot by Mukuhara Kashun (small) 105 ml / 3.6 fl.oz *Left-handed SOLD

Kairagi houhin by Mukuhara Kashun
115 ml / 3.9 fl.oz

Kairagi houhin by Mukuhara Kashun
130 ml / 4.4 fl.oz

Kairagi houhin by Mukuhara Kashun
130 ml / 4.4 fl.oz

Kairagi houhin by Mukuhara Kashun
125 ml / 4.2 fl.oz

Kairagi sencha cup (small) by Mukuhara Kashun

Kairagi yuzamashi by Mukuhara Kashun
320 - 335 ml / 10.8 - 11.3 fl.oz

Kairagi yuzamashi by Mukuhara Kashun
440, 450 ml / 14.8, 15.2 fl.oz

Tsuchinohana teapot by Mukuhara Kashun (small) 100 ml / 3.3 fl.oz *Left-handed

Tsuchinohana teapot by Mukuhara Kashun (small) 100 ml / 3.3 fl.oz *Left-handed

Tsuchinohana sencha cup by Mukuhara Kashun

Tsuchinohana teapot by Mukuhara Kashun 400 ml / 13.5 fl.oz NEW

Tsuchinohana teapot by Mukuhara Kashun 345 ml / 11.7 fl.oz NEW

Kairagi teapot by Mukuhara Kashun 375 ml / 12.6 fl.oz

Kairagi teapot by Mukuhara Kashun 300 ml / 10.1 fl.oz SOLD

Kairagi teapot by Mukuhara Kashun 310 ml / 10.5 fl.oz NEW

Kairagi teapot by Mukuhara Kashun 310 ml / 10.5 fl.oz NEW

Kairagi teapot by Mukuhara Kashun 360 ml / 12.1 fl.oz NEW

Ash glaze textured yunomi (Large) by Mukuhara Kashun 420, 430 ml / 14.2, 14.5 fl.oz/ 12.8 fl.oz

Kairagi teapot by Mukuhara Kashun 340 ml /11.4 fl.oz

Kairagi rugged yunomi by Mukuhara Kashun

White hagi Mentori katakuchi by Ohtani Masahiko

Kurinuki guinomi by Kaneta Masanao
105 ml / 3.5 fl.oz

Kurinuki yunomi by Kaneta Masanao
220 ml / 7.4 fl. oz

White Hagi tea bowl by Suizu Kazuyuki
330- 355 ml / 11.1- 12 fl.oz

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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.