Color - Kasumi-ishi 霞石 (Miststone) A quiet white with a hint of softness, like the fog-bound stones of a tranquil mountain morning. When naming this piece, what came to mind was a misty dawn in the valleys of Tokushima, and the tender, clouded surface of a pale stone held in hand. Kasumi-ishi is not simply “white.” It carries the stillness of morning, the spaciousness of pause, and the quiet breath of something beautifully unseen. The color names go beyond the colors themselves—they are inspired by the scenery, feelings, and nature of Tokushima that give life to each vessel. Ceramic artist Emi Nakagawa studied ceramic production in Kyoto and uses the Kiyomizu-yaki tradition with clay from Shigaraki, Shiga. Product Info Dimensions: Diameter about 11.2cm (4.4 in), Height about 7.8cm (3 in) Volume: 600 ml (20.3 fl oz) when filled near to the rim Material: Ceramic Note that because these bowls are handmade, there will be variations in color & size. Product Care & Maintenance Do not use in microwave. Do not apply direct heat (heating over a stove). Do not apply hot liquid to a bowl that has been cooled (in the refrigerator for example). Do not use in dishwasher. Hand wash with mild soap and dry with soft cloth. About the Artist Emi Nakagawa hails from Miyoshi Village in Tokushima and has been creating ceramics by hand since 2020 after studying Kiyomizu-Yaki production in Kyoto. She teaches and creates crafts at a studio and school in Tokyo and is building her own studio in Tokushima. Primarily using electric powered kilns, she is still exploring her artistic styles with manipulation of clays, glazes, and firing techniques.
