{"title":"Takatomo Kawai 川合孝知","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTakatomo Kawai (川合孝知)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a certified Traditional Craftsman of Kutani ware who has gained acclaim for modernizing the historic craft with a whimsical, illustrative approach. Drawing on his experience at the renowned Choemon Kamide Kiln, Kawai blends the traditional \"Five Colours\" palette with playful animal motifs and a relaxed, hand-painted line style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHis work prioritizes functional beauty, focusing on creating high-quality everyday vessels like rice bowls and small plates that bridge the gap between formal Japanese artistry and the warmth of a contemporary home.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"saucer-1","title":"Cofffee \u0026 Tea Saucer","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eServing as the perfect companion to the footed cup, this saucer's vibrant \"Akae\" red border, adorned with winding vines and golden blossoms, frames a lively central scene where tiny, folkloric figures in various poses—including a character in a top hat and a group in a boat—mingle with delicate floral sprays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe scattered composition and light, illustrative touch showcase Takatomo's ability to take the dense, traditional ornamentation of Kutani ware and give it a rhythmic, breathable quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHandcrafted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eLimited\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWarnings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNo Microwave\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNo Dishwasher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNo Oven\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNo Direct Flame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNo Induction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCautions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eName engraving is not available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDo not use metal scrubbers, cleansers, or bleach\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Takatomo Kawai","offers":[{"title":"Men \u0026 Boat","offer_id":52554758553876,"sku":"CE-A011-002","price":50.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Animal","offer_id":52554758586644,"sku":"CE-A011-004","price":50.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2262\/8372\/files\/Product-184_copy.jpg?v=1780012390"},{"product_id":"tea-cup-3","title":"Coffee \u0026 Tea Cup","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis exquisite footed cup is a masterclass in his signature \"modern-meets-traditional\" Kutani style, featuring a whimsical narrative that feels like a scene from a storybook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe piece showcases classic Akae (red painting) techniques along the rim and base, contrasted against a clean white porcelain body adorned with delicate floral sprigs and a charming, top-hatted figure in a blue frock coat. A standout detail is the tiny, hand-sculpted bird perched atop the handle, adding a three-dimensional playfulness that invites touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHandcrafted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eLimited\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWarnings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNo Microwave\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNo Dishwasher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNo Oven\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNo Direct Flame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNo Induction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCautions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eName engraving is not available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDo not use metal scrubbers, cleansers, or bleach\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Takatomo Kawai","offers":[{"title":"Men \u0026 Boat","offer_id":52554784571668,"sku":"CE-A011-001","price":80.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Animal","offer_id":52554784604436,"sku":"CE-A011-003","price":80.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2262\/8372\/files\/Product-1-4_ced116a0-435b-4a0f-80ba-40a4b4db3289.jpg?v=1780013581"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2262\/8372\/collections\/92B19D62-CE65-458B-A781-CC3D96FB5525.png?v=1780015130","url":"https:\/\/mizuspace.com\/collections\/takatomo-kawai-%e5%b7%9d%e5%90%88%e5%ad%9d%e7%9f%a5.oembed","provider":"Mizu Space","version":"1.0","type":"link"}