Toru Hatta

Toru Hatta is based in Osaka. He primarily produces white, black, and Mishima technique ceramics with a focus on the natural characteristics of clay. However within these focused styles he extracts variety expression.
The clay he uses is a blend of raw materials from the Mino region, one of Japan’s oldest ceramic producing regions. He uses red clay with high iron content. The pottery is molded with this clay and fired in a primitive anagama kiln fueled by firewood, and then fired again in a gas kiln. The reason he insists on these two firing methods is to bring out the complex expressions of the clay, which can only be obtained through this process.

 

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Toru Hatta

Mishima Bowl, 65

The perfect side bowl. This piece finds ideal aesthetic balance when filled with warm white rice. 

Mishima is a traditional technique imported from Korea to Japan. It epitomizes wabi-sabi by balancing intricacy with fluid natural motion. 

The base form is thrown then dried for stability. Patterns are then carved with tools and inlaid with slip dried and then fired it twice; first in a tradition wood-fired kiln then in a gas kiln to accentuate variations. Comes in small, medium or large.

  • Made in Osaka, Japan
  • Food safe 
  • Each piece may have slight variations in size and color
  • Approx.: Rim Ø: 13, height: 6-7cm, foot Ø: 5cm
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White Small Bowl, 45

An elegant stout form, ideal as a side bowl or breakfast bowl; made with an iron rich blend of soil, glazed with a thin layer of white slip, fired in a wood fueled kiln and then again in a gas kiln.

  • Made in Osaka, Japan
  • Food safe
  • Each piece may have slight variations in size and color
  • Approx.: Rim Ø: 8.5cm, height: 8cm, foot Ø: 4cm, w: 235g
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Mishima Plate, 45

S 45, M 75, L 95

A beautiful form refined for every day use. Mishima is a traditional technique imported from Korea to Japan. It epitomizes wabi-sabi by balancing intricacy with fluid natural motion. 

The base form is thrown then dried for stability. Patterns are then carved with tools and inlaid with slip dried and then fired it twice; first in a tradition wood-fired kiln then in a gas kiln to accentuate variations. Comes in small, medium or large.

  • Made in Osaka, Japan
  • Food safe grade
  • Each piece may have slight variations in size and color
    • Small:  rim Ø: 13-14cm, height: 3cm, foot Ø: 5cm
    • Medium:  rim Ø : 16-17cm, height: 4.5cm, foot: 7cm
    • Large:  rim Ø: 18cm-19cm, height: 4cm-4.5cm, foot Ø: 7cm
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White Plate, 45

S 45, M 75, L 95

Made with an iron rich blend of soil, glazed with a thin layer of white slip, fired in a wood fired kiln and then again in a gas kiln. These are ideal plate forms with natural grey flecks and pale pink, and white undertones. This dishes vary widely do to their production techniques. We can't guarantee delivered product will match images.

  • Made in Osaka, Japan
  • Food safe grade
  • Each piece may have slight variations in size and color. Our team is happy to send you a group photo of a particular size for you to choose from.
  • Comes in 3 sizes.
    • Small: rim Ø: 13-14cm, height: 3.5cm, foot Ø: 5cm
    • Medium: rim Ø: 17cm, height: 4cm, foot Ø: 7cm
    • Large: rim Ø: 23cm, height: 4.5cm, foot Ø: 10cm
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Soba Choko, 45

Soba Choko are true mingei (folkcraft) articles that exude a subdued yet austere shibua (beautify of subtly) spirit in their production, design and use. Highly versatile shape that can be used for everything soba to salt, rice or as a drinking vessel. Toru Hatta produced this series of cups in a wood fired kiln. 

  • Made in Osaka, Japan
  • Food safe grade
  • Each piece may have slight variations in size and color
  • Approx.: Rim Ø: 8cm, height: 6.5cm, foot Ø: 6cm, w: 190g
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Flower Vase, Rust, 465

Broad with a delicate presence, this vase got through multiple gas and wood firings. This give the surface a smooth to a rough matte feel . Each piece is one of a kind, this vase has a hint of rust hues. 

  • Made in Osaka, Japan
  • Measurements: rim Ø: 3.5cm, height: 16.5cm, foot Ø: 5.5cm, w: 641g
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White Plate, XL, 595

These are each large and dramatic center pieces. Beautiful and unique with fascinating color variation and texture. We have three distinct finished products all undergoing very similar creation processes. They are wood-fired first and then re-fired in a gas kiln which accounts for some of the dramatic variation differences along with the raw blend of clay used.  

  • Made in Osaka, Japan
  • Food safe 
  • Rim Ø: 33cm, height: 6cm, foot Ø: 13cm
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Black Bowl, 85

A delicate contrast in black texture throughout bowl. Each piece is fired in traditional wood-fired kilns and has a distinctive glaze with reflective patches.

  • Made in Osaka, Japan
  • Food safe
  • Each piece may have slight variations in size and color
  • Rim Ø: 13cm, height: 7.5cm, foot Ø: 5cm, w: 350g
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Flower Vase, Black, 465

Broad with a delicate presence, this vase goes through multiple gas and wood firings. This give the surface a smooth to rough matte feel. Each piece is one of a kind, this vase has a hint of red, green, and grey hues giving the illusion of age.  

  • Made in Osaka, Japan
  • Measurements: rim Ø: 3.5cm, height: 16.5cm, foot Ø: 5.5cm, w: 593g
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Katakuchi, 165

Wood-fired katakuchi. White mud is applied on red clay with a high iron content, then fired for several days to enhance the textures of the clay body and glaze. The glaze is made of wood ashes mixed by the ceramicist himself. Comfortably holds 250ml. Katakuchi are tea servers, used to share tea or matcha among guests. We think they work well for sauces and soups as well.

  • Made in Osaka, Japan
  • Food safe 
  • Each piece may have slight variations in size and color
  • Approx.:  Rim Ø to spout: 16.5cm-17cm, height: 8cm, foot Ø: 4.5cm
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White Tea Pot, 345

Made with iron rich, blended clay and finished with white glaze; wood-fired and then gas fired, the natural variation are pushed to the limit. Beautiful metallic specks reflect light and create a rough dotted surface. These pots are quite sturdy and hold temperature well and completely food safe. 

  • Made in Osaka, Japan
  • Food safe 
  • Each piece may have slight variations in size and color
  • Approx.: H: 10cm - 12cm w/ lid, spout to handle length: 18cm, width: 11cm, pot opening Ø: 6cm, foot Ø: 5cm
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White Tea Cup, 45

A friendly shape that fits comfortably in your hand, this white tea cup can be used day or night. Made with original soil, glazed with white makeup then fired in a wood fired kiln. Has natural grey flecks and pale pink undertones. Colors vary and we can guarantee an exact match to photos. 

  • Made in Osaka, Japan
  • Food safe 
  • Each piece may have slight variations in size and color
  • Approx.: Rim Ø: 9cm, height: 8.5cm - 9cm, foot Ø: 4cm