{"title":"Masato Miura","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMasato Miura creates Bizen ceramics fired in his semi-underground anagama kiln in Okayama. Because Bizen ware is unglazed, flame, ash, and clay interact during long wood firings, creating natural markings and earthy tones. Despite the intensity of the firing process, Miura’s works often carry a quiet gentleness inspired by everyday cooking and the beauty of the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theeverymarkesnap.com\/pages\/miura-masato\"\u003eLearn more about this artist →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0172\/8446\/4694\/files\/Miura_portrait.jpg?v=1742943072\" alt=\"Masato Miura, Bizen ceramic artist, standing in his pottery studio with shelves of handmade vessels behind him\" style=\"margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block;\" width=\"382\" height=\"382\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"japan-made-traditional-rice-bowl-and-teacup-set-sueki","title":"Kuon Bowl \u0026 Teacup Set","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta content=\"uuideTsUir9rxsT6\" name=\"uuid\"\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMaster Bizen potter Masato Miura created the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eKuon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e (久遠, meaning \"eternity\") two-piece sets in homage to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSueki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e—an ancient pottery style from 6th-century Okayama and the root of Bizen ware. These sets are fired in an anagama kiln, the soft green-gray surface is born from the natural reaction of iron in the clay and fire, with no glaze involved. This bowl and teacup set is ideal for daily use—from rice and miso soup to matcha and ice cream. Each of the six sets has subtle differences in color and pattern, making every combination one of a kind.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMade in Okayama, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masato MIura | Sueki 2-pcs Set","offers":[{"title":"Kuon #1","offer_id":40494324416566,"sku":"MIU-KUO-GRA-DW2-1","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Kuon #2","offer_id":40494280179766,"sku":"MIU-KUO-GRA-DW2-2","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Kuon #3","offer_id":40494280212534,"sku":"MIU-KUO-GRA-DW2-3","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Kuon #4","offer_id":40494285160502,"sku":"MIU-KUO-GRA-DW2-4","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Kuon #5","offer_id":40494286307382,"sku":"MIU-KUO-GRA-DW2-5","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Kuon #6","offer_id":40494288109622,"sku":"MIU-KUO-GRA-DW2-6","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0172\/8446\/4694\/products\/MiuraSueki2pc_1final.jpg?v=1666418172"},{"product_id":"miura-tokkuri-1","title":"Fuga Brown Bizen Sake Carafe","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eGraceful in its quiet presence, this hand-formed Bizen ware \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003etokkuri \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e(sake carafe) by Masato Miura reflects the spirit of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e風雅 (Fūga)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e—an aesthetic of understated refinement and poetic beauty. The warm, reddish-brown tones and ash-speckled textures are shaped by a traditional wood-firing process, evoking the earthy essence of Okayama's landscape. Its soft, organic form fits naturally in the hand, perfect for enjoying sake or displaying a seasonal bloom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003etokkuri\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e is packaged in a fine wooden box, and this is more than a vessel—it is an object of contemplation. This piece brings Wabi-sabi's gentle imperfection and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eFūga's\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e grace into any moment. Whether used daily or displayed with intention, it invites a deeper appreciation for the art of living.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Okayama, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Masato Miura | Bizen Sake Carafe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42982613778486,"sku":"MIU-BZN-BR-PIT","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0172\/8446\/4694\/files\/Miurabizentokkuri_1withbox.jpg?v=1724878506"},{"product_id":"miura-bizen-tokkuri-dark-brown-2","title":"Fuga Dark Brown Sake Carafe","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e This elegant Bizen ware \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003etokkuri \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e(sake carafe) embodies \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e風雅 (Fūga)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e—the refined beauty of simplicity and subtlety. Crafted by master artisan Masato Miura, its deep, earthy hues and richly textured surface emerge naturally from the kiln's flames. The compact, rounded silhouette is ideal for serving sake. Yet, its presence extends beyond function—transforming into a small vase that brings harmony and quiet elegance to any space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eEach piece is entirely one of a kind, its form and color shaped by fire and time. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003etokkuri\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e is housed in a beautifully crafted wooden box and is a celebration of Wabi-sabi and the Japanese reverence for natural imperfection. 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Each piece reflects the serene beauty of Sueki (old Bizen) pottery, with a glaze that shifts between soft, mossy green and warm, earthy tones.\u003cbr\u003eEvery item is shaped using traditional methods and carries natural variations in texture and color. The depth of the green hue—formed by ash and flame—evokes misty forests and still mountain ponds. 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This flat plate radiates depth and character, making it a captivating centerpiece for your table. Perfectly balancing functionality and beauty, it invites a sense of artistry to every meal. Each piece carries the legacy of Bizen pottery, bringing a touch of timeless Japanese heritage into your home. 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As they pass through the kiln, natural variations emerge according to each piece's position, giving every chopstick rest its own unique color and surface. Each one is a small expression of Bizen ware, celebrating the beauty of fire, clay, and chance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Okayama, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masato Miura","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46791227736118,"sku":"MIU-BIZ-BR-CHR","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0172\/8446\/4694\/files\/miura-chopstick-rest-shiitake-with-chopsticks-lifestyle.jpg?v=1783217244"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0172\/8446\/4694\/collections\/Miura_Masato_black_and_white.jpg?v=1773523875","url":"https:\/\/theeverymarkesnap.com\/collections\/masato-miura.oembed","provider":"WAZA Tokyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}