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The artist’s image of the beautiful black dots and lava-like flows on the surface was realized after many trials and prototypes. It is a one-of-a-kind gem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Gifu, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hirohisa Kondo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39269477646390,"sku":"KON\t-SOR-WH-SAC","price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0172\/8446\/4694\/products\/KondoSouraiwithboxfinal.jpg?v=1680976387"},{"product_id":"wood-fired-anagama-japanese-vase-authentic-mentori","title":"Mentori Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003eSubtle yet striking, this Mentori (faceted) vase by Hirohisa Kondo brings organic elegance to any space. The flowing lines and soft crackled glaze reflect the unpredictable beauty of wood firing. Carved by hand and made from clay Kondo himself prepares, this sculptural piece captures the wabi-sabi spirit—imperfect, natural, and deeply refined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMade in Gifu, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hirohisa Kondo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39350940663862,"sku":"KON-MEN-WH-VAS","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0172\/8446\/4694\/products\/Mentorisakura.jpg?v=1679418389"},{"product_id":"wood-fired-anagama-japanese-vase-authentic-miyabi","title":"Miyabi Handmade Anagama Vase by Hirohisa Kondo","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"638\"\u003eThis vase, named \u003cstrong data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"277\"\u003eMiyabi (雅)\u003c\/strong\u003e, reflects the Japanese sense of elegance and refinement. The artist begins the process by preparing the soil by hand, blending and shaping the natural earth before carefully applying a glaze made entirely from natural resources. The deep indigo surface shows subtle variations that highlight the organic beauty of the material and the artist’s craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"884\"\u003eThe rounded form creates a balanced presence, making it ideal for showcasing seasonal flowers or as a decorative piece on its own. 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Made from his own clay and individually wood-fired, no two are the same. This refined piece is perfect for quiet evenings or elegant gatherings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Gifu, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hirohisa Kondo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39352515330102,"sku":"KON-GEN-BK-SAK","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0172\/8446\/4694\/products\/blacksakecup6402.jpg?v=1743463286"},{"product_id":"tasogare1-dessert-set-kondo-anagama-fire-japan","title":"Tasogare Mug and Plate Set","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta name=\"uuid\" content=\"uuidfPq1OYticuR2\"\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThis handcrafted dessert set is called \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eTasogare (黄昏 dusk)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e reflecting the calm transition between light and dark. Hirohisa Kondo's mug and plate are finished in warm, earthy tones and a black glaze that complements \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eboth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e traditional and modern spaces. 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Ideal for coffee, tea, or serving desserts, they are minimalist, timeless, and made to be used and loved daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Gifu, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hirohisa Kondo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40490874896438,"sku":"KON-HKB-BK-CDP","price":240.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0172\/8446\/4694\/products\/KondoBlackMug_Plate_final.jpg?v=1666210486"},{"product_id":"hakuho-sake-carafe","title":"Hakuho Sake Carafe","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNamed \u003cem data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"148\"\u003eHakuhō\u003c\/em\u003e—“White Peak”—this sake carafe evokes the serene beauty of snow-capped mountains. Handcrafted from natural clay and glaze, and fired in a traditional anagama (wood-fired kiln), it carries the quiet strength and refined elegance of nature itself. The pale surface, with subtle variations from ash deposits, recalls pure mountain snow, while the earthy base reveals its origin in the soil. Each piece is entirely unique, embodying the harmony of earth, fire, and craftsmanship. 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