Koichi Furuya / Furuya Pottery | Rough Edge Carving Coffee Cup

This is a "Rough Rimmed Horizontal Carving Coffee Cup" by ceramic artist Koichi Furuya, whose studio is located in Shigaraki. The elegant and cute form and roughly carved comb pattern are attractive. The slightly rough texture is also great.

Shigaraki is known as a place that produces high-quality clay. The traditional techniques cultivated over a long history have been passed down to the present day. It is counted as one of the six ancient kilns of Japan.

Furuya Pottery has long been a leader in Shigaraki pottery. It enhances any dish and can be used freely and without hesitation. Every day, he works on creating elegant and warm "white powdered tableware."

Have a great time

A cute coffee cup with a round shape. The mouth of the cup is slightly curved, so the drink flows smoothly and it is very easy to drink. The white powdered finish and roughly carved comb patterns create a cute and elegant look. It goes well with any drink, not just coffee.

White ware made from powdered powder

Koichi Furuya's powdered pottery has a gentle, soft and very tasteful appearance. The clay is shaped into a shape using red clay, then coated with white decorative mud, glazed and fired. At Furuya Seitosho, we use our own blend of specially selected "soil" and "glaze." All our products are handmade.

Two firings

It is generally said that powder-glazed ware is weak and absorbent, making it prone to stains. For this reason, at Furuya Ceramics, we perform two firings, the final firing and the bisque firing. By doing this twice, the powder-drawn finish will remain intact, but its strength will increase and it will be less likely to stain. This process, which spares no effort or time, comes from Furuya's desire for people to "feel free to use lots of tableware that will enhance the flavor of their food."
Furuya Seitosho Koichi Furuya Furuya Seitosho has a workshop in Shigaraki-cho, Koka City, Shiga Prefecture. Koichi Furuya is the third generation owner. He has been making pottery for generations, focusing on "white tableware" that enhances food and can be used freely on a daily basis. His soft and warm "Kohiki white tableware" made with his own clay and glaze has fans all over the country and fascinates many people.
Click here for a list of works by Koichi Furuya (Furuya Ceramics)

[Commitment to white tableware] (Quoted from the Furuya Ceramics website)
White tableware brings out the best in any dish and can be used freely and generously. We work every day to create elegant and warm "powdered white Japanese tableware." Clay is essential in making "white Japanese tableware." We carefully cultivate our own unique clay, which we then use to mold on the potter's wheel and into tatara clay. The gentle, rustic earthenware flavor that peeks out from beneath the surface of the pottery gives it great depth. We hope you will use our Japanese tableware in your daily life and experience the warmth it exudes. If you enjoyed it, I would be more than happy.
[Photo of our visit to the studio] We were kindly shown around. Each piece is carefully crafted.


[Product name] Rough-edged horizontal carving coffee cup
[Size (approx.)] W125 (including handle) x D95 x H63mm
[Capacity (approximately 80%)] 160ml
Weight (approx.): 185g
[Material] Ceramic (made with a unique blend of clay and glaze)
[Country of Origin] Made in Japan

● Before you purchase
・Even if the product is the same, each one is handmade by the artist, so there may be individual differences in size, weight, color, unevenness, shape, etc. Please enjoy these as the unique characteristics of each product, which is one of a kind in the world.
・Please use the size and weight information as a guide only.
- There may be pinholes, crazing, uneven glaze or running.
Please be aware of the above before making your purchase.

● Handling Instructions
・Microwave oven ○ Dishwasher × Dish dryer × Oven × Direct flame ×
When you first start using it, wash it lightly with detergent and use it as is.
- Boiling the product in rice washing water can help prevent stains, but please be aware that the color may change until it is completely dry.
When serving oily or dark-colored foods, quickly soak the plate in water to moisten it before using, which will help prevent stains.
- Because it is absorbent, it may turn grey or develop spots when soaked in water, but please rest assured that it will return to its original state once it dries completely.
・After use, dry thoroughly before storing. This will prevent mold and stains.
- The bottom has been treated, but please use a mat or something similar just in case.