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Obara Sota - Small plate

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Basic Specifications

Creator: Sota Ohara / Tokorozawa City, Saitama Prefecture
Material: Clay
Size: Approx. φ97 × H22 mm
These are handmade pieces by the artist. Please note that there may be individual differences.

Microwave: ✕
Dishwasher: ✕
Oven: ✕
IH: ✕

Notes

Each piece is handcrafted, cherishing the unique texture of earthenware.
The colors, patterns, and glaze expressions created by carbonization firing are all one-of-a-kind. Please enjoy the different scenery in each piece as its unique personality.
*Crazing (fine lines visible on the surface) is a natural characteristic resulting from the firing process and glaze properties. It is not a defect, so please use with peace of mind.

Handling Precautions

・Before first use, always wash with water or lukewarm water.
・Seasoning the item will make it less likely to absorb colors from food.
・After use, remove any dirt promptly and store after drying thoroughly.
・When stacking, place a sheet of thin paper between items to prevent scratches.
・Avoid using abrasives, abrasive detergents, cleansers, metal scrubbers, etc., as strong scrubbing may scratch the surface. Please wash with a soft sponge.

Regarding gift wrapping

Gift wrapping is available for 390 yen (tax included) per item.
Please select "Would you like gift wrapping?" below the "Add to Cart" button on each product page.
If you have selected multiple items and would like each to be wrapped individually, please purchase the necessary number of gift wrappings.
If you would like items to be wrapped together, please specify this in the "Notes" section of your cart, and we will accommodate your request.

Delivery Information

Shipping Lead Times

Normally, your selected items will be shipped within 1 to 2 business days (excluding weekends and holidays).
In some cases, such as during busy periods or when extra care is needed for inspection and packaging, it may take a little longer. However, all orders will be dispatched within a maximum of 7 business days.

Should there be a delay beyond the usual timeframe, we will contact you via email in advance.
We will also send a shipping confirmation email with a tracking number as soon as your items have been dispatched.

*Please note that each separate order is shipped as a separate package.
Due to our system, we are unable to consolidate multiple orders after they have been placed. We appreciate your understanding.

 

Scheduled Delivery (Japan Domestic Only)

Please note: Date and time specification is available ONLY for shipping addresses within Japan.

For international orders, your items will be shipped as soon as they are ready, and we are unable to accept specific delivery date or time requests.

[For Domestic Shipping Within Japan]
For orders placed by 12:00 PM (JST) on business days, the order will be processed on the same day. You may select a delivery date starting from 3 days after your order date.
If you prefer the earliest possible delivery, please leave the date unspecified, and we will ship your items as soon as they are ready.

<Available Time Slots for Domestic Shipping>
You may choose from the following periods (all times in JST):
  • Morning, 14:00–16:00, 16:00–18:00, 18:00–20:00, 19:00–21:00

*Please note that time-specific delivery may not be available for certain remote islands or mountainous regions within Japan.
Additionally, for areas that require more days for delivery, we may not be able to meet your requested date. In such cases, we will contact you in advance.

*For large items such as furniture, scheduled delivery is not available as they require specialized shipping services. We appreciate your understanding.

*During peak seasons in Japan—such as the New Year holidays, Obon (mid-August), or seasonal gift-giving periods (Ochugen in July and Oseibo in December)—date and time specifications may be temporarily unavailable due to high courier volumes.

Like a stone, despite being made of clay.

That was the feeling I had when I first saw Sota Obara's work.

A faint blue seeping through a pale gray.
Subtle traces left by charcoal.
And fine, spreading crazing.

Examining each piece closely, they all possess different expressions, exuding a quiet depth.

These unique expressions are born from Obara's craftsmanship, where he meticulously works with clay and fire, layering careful handiwork.

 

Expressions unknown until the kiln opens

One significant element that defines Obara's work is the "carbonization firing" process.

After bisque firing and main firing, the vessels are placed in a "sash" with rice husks for a third firing.

"For this, I truly don't know until I open the kiln."

Despite repeated trial and error with clay, glazes, and firing methods, the final expression is left to nature.

A landscape that emerges beyond what was imagined.
The fact that no two pieces have the same expression is also a unique charm of Obara's work.

Obara Sota - Small plate
Obara Sota - Small plate
Obara Sota - Small plate
Obara Sota - Small plate