{"title":"Sota Obara","description":"\u003cp\u003eCreator \/ Sota Obara　Material \/ Clay　Region \/ Saitama Prefecture\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"160\" data-start=\"147\"\u003eThough made of clay, it somehow resembles stone.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"200\" data-start=\"162\"\u003eThe first time I saw Sota Obara’s work, I was captivated by its quiet presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"236\" data-start=\"202\"\u003eA faint blue seeping through light gray.\u003cbr\u003eSubtle traces left by charcoal.\u003cbr\u003eDelicate crackles spreading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"268\" data-start=\"238\"\u003eEach piece, with its unique expression, possesses a depth as if painted by nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"300\" data-start=\"270\"\u003eThis beauty is brought forth by a process called \"carbonization firing.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"370\" data-start=\"302\"\u003eAfter bisque firing and main firing, the vessels are placed in a sagger with rice husks, and a third firing is conducted. This process, influenced by flame and ash, creates a unique landscape on each piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"400\" data-start=\"372\"\u003e\"This is something I truly don't know until I open the kiln,\" he says.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"449\" data-start=\"402\"\u003eObara continues to search for his unique expression, experimenting little by little with clay, glaze, and firing methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"495\" data-start=\"451\"\u003eHis craftsmanship involves continuous trial and error to approach his vision, ultimately entrusting the final outcome to nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"534\" data-start=\"497\"\u003eIt is through the interplay of human hands and nature that Obara's unique expressions are born.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"amenoie-fold\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"amenoie-fold__summary\"\u003eProfile of Sota Obara\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"amenoie-fold__content\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #2a2f36; line-height: 1.8; text-align: left;\" class=\"artist-profile\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"list-style: none; margin: 0; padding: 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 14px; padding: 6px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"min-width: 64px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003e1996\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"flex: 1;\"\u003eBorn in Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 14px; padding: 6px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"min-width: 64px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003e2021\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"flex: 1;\"\u003eApprenticed under potter Ryuta Fukumura in Fukuoka Prefecture\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 14px; padding: 6px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"min-width: 64px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003e2024\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"flex: 1;\"\u003eMoved to Tokorozawa, Saitama Prefecture, and began his own work\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"id00296-a","title":"Sota Ohara, Round Cup A","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSCF2425.jpg?v=1784166145\" alt=\"\"\u003eThough made of clay, it somehow resembles stone.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"279\"\u003eThat was the sensation I felt when I first saw Souta Obara's work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"325\"\u003eA faint blue bleeding through pale gray.\u003cbr data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"297\"\u003eSubtle marks left by charcoal.\u003cbr data-start=\"308\" data-end=\"311\"\u003eAnd fine, spreading crazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"369\"\u003eExamining each piece closely, you find they all possess different expressions, exuding a quiet depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"424\"\u003eThese unique expressions are born from Obara's craftsmanship, meticulously layering handwork while confronting the clay and the flame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"424\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"424\"\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSC04776.jpg?v=1784166114\" alt=\"\"\u003eExpressions unknown until the kiln opens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"146\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eOne significant element that defines Obara's work is the \"carbonization firing\" process.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"195\"\u003eAfter bisque firing and main firing, the vessels are placed in a \"saya\" (sagger) with rice husks for a third firing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"225\"\u003e\"For this, you truly don't know what you'll get until you open the kiln.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"274\"\u003eDespite repeated trial and error with clay, glazes, and firing methods, the final expression is left to nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"331\"\u003eA landscape born beyond imagination.\u003cbr data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"297\"\u003eThe fact that no two expressions are alike is a unique charm of Obara's work.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"小原創太","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52006162137409,"sku":"ID00296-a","price":5500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSC05190.jpg?v=1784811188"},{"product_id":"id00296-b","title":"Sota Obara Maru Cup B","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSCF2425.jpg?v=1784166145\" alt=\"\"\u003eThough made of clay, they resemble stone.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"279\"\u003eThat was the sensation I felt when I first laid eyes on Sota Ohara's work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"325\"\u003eA faint blue bleeding into the pale gray.\u003cbr data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"297\"\u003eSubtle traces left by charcoal.\u003cbr data-start=\"308\" data-end=\"311\"\u003eAnd fine, spreading crazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"369\"\u003eExamining each piece closely, they all present different expressions, conveying a quiet depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"424\"\u003eThese unique expressions are born from Ohara-san's craftsmanship, involving careful handiwork as he confronts the clay and fire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"424\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"424\"\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSC04776.jpg?v=1784166114\" alt=\"\"\u003eExpressions unknown until the kiln opens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"146\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA significant element that defines Ohara-san's work is the \"carbonization firing\" process.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"195\"\u003eAfter bisque firing and main firing, the vessels are placed in a \"sagger\" with rice husks for a third firing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"225\"\u003e\"For this part, I truly don't know what will happen until I open the kiln.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"274\"\u003eDespite repeated trial and error with clay, glazes, and firing methods, the final expression is left to nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"331\"\u003eLandscapes born beyond imagination.\u003cbr data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"297\"\u003eThe unique expressions, no two alike, are also a charm of Ohara-san's work.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"小原創太","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52006162170177,"sku":"ID00296-b","price":5500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSC05191.jpg?v=1784811262"},{"product_id":"id00296-c","title":"Sota Obara Round Cup C","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSCF2425.jpg?v=1784166145\" alt=\"\"\u003eLike a stone, yet made of clay.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"279\"\u003eThat was the feeling I got when I first saw Souta Ohara's work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"325\"\u003eA faint blue bleeding through pale gray.\u003cbr data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"297\"\u003eSubtle traces left by charcoal.\u003cbr data-start=\"308\" data-end=\"311\"\u003eAnd fine, spreading crazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"369\"\u003eExamining each piece closely, they all possess different expressions, revealing a quiet depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"424\"\u003eThese unique expressions are born from Ohara's meticulous craftsmanship, as he works carefully with clay and fire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"424\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"424\"\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSC04776.jpg?v=1784166114\" alt=\"\"\u003eAn expression unknown until the kiln opens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"146\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eOne of the major elements that characterizes Ohara's work is the \"carbonization firing\" process.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"195\"\u003eAfter bisque firing and main firing, the vessels are placed in a \"saya\" (case) with rice husks for a third firing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"225\"\u003e\"This is something I truly don't know until I open the kiln,\" he says.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"274\"\u003eDespite repeated trial and error with clay, glazes, and firing methods, the final expression is left to nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"331\"\u003eA landscape born beyond imagination.\u003cbr data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"297\"\u003eThe unique expressions, no two ever alike, are also a charm particular to Ohara's work.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"小原創太","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52006162301249,"sku":"ID00296-c","price":5500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSC05192.jpg?v=1784811315"},{"product_id":"id00297","title":"Obara Sota Soba Choko","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSCF2425.jpg?v=1784166145\" alt=\"\"\u003eLike stone, yet it is clay.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"279\"\u003eThat was the feeling I had the first time I saw Sota Ohara's work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"325\"\u003eA faint blue bleeding into the pale gray.\u003cbr data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"297\"\u003eSubtle traces left by charcoal.\u003cbr data-start=\"308\" data-end=\"311\"\u003eAnd finely spreading crazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"369\"\u003eExamining each piece closely, they all possess different expressions, revealing a 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src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSCF2425.jpg?v=1784166145\" alt=\"\"\u003eThough it's clay, it somehow resembles stone.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"279\"\u003eThat was the sensation I felt when I first saw Sota Obara's work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"325\"\u003eA faint blue bleeding into pale gray.\u003cbr data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"297\"\u003eSubtle traces left by charcoal.\u003cbr data-start=\"308\" data-end=\"311\"\u003eAnd fine, spreading crackles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"369\"\u003eExamining each piece closely reveals a different expression on every one, conveying a quiet depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"424\"\u003eThese unique expressions are born from Obara-san's craftsmanship, where he meticulously works with clay and fire, layering careful handiwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"424\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"424\"\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSC04776.jpg?v=1784166114\" alt=\"\"\u003eExpressions unknown until the kiln opens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"146\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eOne significant element that defines Obara-san's work is the process of \"carbonization firing.\"\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"195\"\u003eAfter bisque firing and main firing, the vessels are placed in a \"sagger\" with rice husks for a third firing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"225\"\u003e\"This is something I truly don't know until I open the kiln.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"274\"\u003eDespite repeated trial and error with clay, glaze, and firing methods, the 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data-end=\"325\"\u003eA faint blue bleeding into pale gray.\u003cbr data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"297\"\u003eSubtle traces left by charcoal.\u003cbr data-start=\"308\" data-end=\"311\"\u003eAnd delicate, sprawling crazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"369\"\u003eExamining each piece closely, they all have different expressions, exuding a quiet depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"424\"\u003eThese unique expressions are born from Obara's craftsmanship, built on meticulous handwork as he engages with the clay and the fire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"424\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"424\"\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSC04776.jpg?v=1784166114\" alt=\"\"\u003eExpressions unknown until the kiln opens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"146\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eOne significant 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Title","offer_id":52006162497857,"sku":"ID00298-b","price":6600.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSC05194.jpg?v=1784811431"},{"product_id":"id00299-a","title":"OBARA Sota  Stand A","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSCF2425.jpg?v=1784166145\" alt=\"\"\u003eLike stone, yet made of clay.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"279\"\u003eThat was the feeling I had the first time I saw Sota Ohara's work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"325\"\u003eA faint blue bleeding into pale gray.\u003cbr data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"297\"\u003eSubtle traces left by charcoal.\u003cbr data-start=\"308\" data-end=\"311\"\u003eAnd delicate, spreading crazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"369\"\u003eExamining each piece closely, they all possess different expressions, imbued with a 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data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"331\"\u003eA landscape born beyond imagination.\u003cbr data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"297\"\u003eThe unique, never-the-same expressions are also a distinctive charm of Obara's work.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"小原創太","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52006162760001,"sku":"ID00301-c","price":7700.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSC05149.jpg?v=1784799474"},{"product_id":"id00301-d","title":"Sota Obara in the plate, D","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSCF2425.jpg?v=1784166145\" alt=\"\"\u003eThough made of clay, they somehow resemble stone.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"279\"\u003eThat was the feeling I had the first time I saw Sota Ohara's work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"325\"\u003eA faint blue bleeding into pale grey.\u003cbr 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