Katsufumi Baba Ceramic Studio | Black Glazed Wood Lidded Container

Katsufumi Baba Pottery Studio is located in Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture.
The pottery created by artist Katsufumi Baba is all simple yet distinctive. Would you agree? Every part, including the glazes, is handmade, conveying his passion and dedication to pottery. These pieces are sure to be a long-lasting addition to everyday life.

"Long-lasting and simple."

Katsufumi Baba Pottery Studio values this motto, and their products perfectly embody it.

For seasonings like sugar and salt

Katsufumi Baba Pottery Studio's "Wooden Container" has a lovely plump, rounded shape. The deep hue of the black glaze pairs well with the soft texture of the wooden lid, creating a presence that subtly blends into any dining table or kitchen. It's a convenient container to have for seasonings like sugar and salt, of course, but also for tea leaves, spices, condiments, nuts, and small items, making it a versatile "lidded container."

A small, versatile vessel

The wooden container fits perfectly in the palm of your hand and is not only convenient for seasonings but also for accessories, small parts, and tiny sweets. The act of opening and closing the lid is pleasant, and the plump shape, along with the combination of pottery and wood, offers a comforting and soothing presence just by being placed on the dining table or in the kitchen.

[Product Name] Black Glaze Wooden Container
[Size (approx.)] Φ85mm × H60mm (including wooden lid)
[Capacity (approx.)] 190ml
[Weight (approx.)] 185g
[Materials] Body: Ceramic, Lid: Black Walnut
[Finish] Lid: Olive oil finish

●Before purchasing
・Even for the same product, as each item is handmade by the artist, there may be individual differences in size, weight, color, texture, shape, etc.
Please enjoy these variations as the unique character of each one-of-a-kind product.
・Please note that you cannot specify the shape, color, or wood grain.
・Please use the listed sizes and weights as a general reference.
Please make your purchase with an understanding of the above.

●Precautions for use
・Dishwasher × Dish dryer × Induction cooker ×
・After use, wash thoroughly and dry completely.
・Do not leave submerged in water.


After graduating from the Faculty of Law at Fukuoka University, he went to France. Upon returning to Japan, he completed a training program in small item wheel throwing at the Shigaraki Ceramic Research Institute, then trained at Shigaraki Marujyu Kiln and Shigaraki Sodo Kiln. In 2003, he became independent in his hometown of Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture. He continues to create pottery with passion under the motto, "Long-lasting and simple." His reputation has spread, attracting and charming many people, making him very popular.
Click here for a list of works by Katsufumi Baba Pottery Studio
We visited the studio. [Studio Visit: Katsufumi Baba Pottery Studio]

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Available in two types: [Left: White Porcelain Matte, Right: Black Glaze]
Even for the same type of wood, each piece has a different appearance. Please note that you cannot specify the wood grain, shape, or color.