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About japanesepots

I've been collecting Japanese Bonsai pots for a few years, and feel that the famous, and some of the lesser known but great Japanese pot artists could do with a little more writing and exposure in English. Additionally, this blog will feature My own And others bonsai for discussion. The purpose of this blog is to further knowledge of Japanese pottery and Japanese style bonsai. If you have any questions about Japanese bonsai pottery, or would like to acquire pots by some of the potters presented in the blog, feel free to email me at gastrognome@aol.com

Heian Kouzan(平安香山)Part 1

Posted on April 14, 2013 by japanesepots

There are 3 potters in Japan whose work is considered the pinnacle of Japanese design and aesthetics in Bonsai pottery: Heian Tofukuji, Tsukinowa Yusen, and Heian Kouzan; also known as the “Big Three”. We’ve taken a look(or 3!) at the … Continue reading →

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Kutani Ikko(久谷一向)

Posted on April 6, 2013 by japanesepots

I haven’t been able to find much biographical information on Kutani Ikko, but it seems no one else has any either, either in the West or in Japan! But, I have a little information, so here goes. His given name … Continue reading →

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Seifu Yohei(清風与平)

Posted on April 2, 2013 by japanesepots

Seifu Yohei comes from a long line of Kyoto area potters and painters. He was the 4th generation of the Yohei pottery line, currently in the 5th, and lived from 1921 to 1991. The first generation lived from 1803-1863, just … Continue reading →

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Glazed Pots by Zyubei 2

Posted on April 1, 2013 by japanesepots

I did a post featuring pots by Zyubei nearly 2 years ago, and got a lot of feedback on his pots, even some requests to procure a few! So, I figured the time is right to show off the work … Continue reading →

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From My Collection 15

Posted on March 31, 2013 by japanesepots

A few new pots have made it to, and from, my shelves in the last couple of months, so let’s have a look. So, this one isn’t really from my collection, but as it is passing through my hands today, … Continue reading →

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Bonsai Sekai Articles

Posted on March 31, 2013 by japanesepots

Last November I documented the tour where I guided Japanese bonsai professionals Toriumi Atsuishi and Endo Shoichi around the best Bonsai that the American Northeast had to offer. Their articles on the trip appeared in the February and March issues … Continue reading →

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The 8th JSB Association Pottery Exhibition

Posted on March 30, 2013 by japanesepots

Every Year I look forward to the release of images and results from the Japanese Shohin Bonsai Association’s Kobachi exhibition. The exhibition features the work of 50 potters chosen by Mr. Urushibata, showcasing both advanced amateurs and professional bonsai potters. … Continue reading →

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Semi-Cascade Black Pine and Bjorn

Posted on March 26, 2013 by japanesepots

This past weekend I had the opportunity to take a workshop with visiting bonsai artist, Bjorn Bjorholm. Last year, around this time, I spent another day working with Bjorn, and it was a pleasure, so I couldn’t pass up another … Continue reading →

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Takao Koyo(高雄香葉)

Posted on March 16, 2013 by japanesepots

The Kyoto region has had more than its fair share of outstanding potters! In the last two posts, we looked at one of them, Tsukinowa Yusen, and we’ve mentioned Ino Shukuho and Heian Tofujuki before, of course. In today’s post, … Continue reading →

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Tsukinowa Yusen Part 2

Posted on March 13, 2013 by japanesepots

So, this is part 2 of the masterpiece pottery of Tsukinowa Yusen. Glazed and Unglazed Yusen A typical celadon glazed Yusen, with clean lines and a very thick glaze, which softens the edges quite a bit. Another porcelain unpainted Yusen, … Continue reading →

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