Shigaraki ware, handcrafted by artisans using local earth, Oogoya bridges the traditions of Shigaraki ware with global communities, blending utility and aesthetic value with its handcrafted origins of artisans using local earth.

Tall Mug Tall Mug

Tall Mug

Tall Mug

$62.00 USD
$62.00 USD
Plate M Plate M

Plate M

Plate M

$75.00 USD
$75.00 USD

ORIGINAL

Introducing Oogoya’s original collections, created in Shigaraki where traditional techniques meet contemporary daily living. These pieces are thoughtfully made for regular use, offering textures, forms, and colours that enrich the table while carrying the spirit of locally rooted craftsmanship.

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SIGNATURE

Oogoya collaborates closely with artists from Shigaraki and nearby regions, each bringing their own ideas, aesthetics, and creativity to their work. Their pieces express unique perspectives rooted in local culture, while we help share these creations with people across Japan and around the world. Together, we hope to build a community that celebrates skill, imagination, and the revitalization of this traditional craft.

  • Matsumoto Tomohiro

    MATSUMOTO Tomohiro is a Japanese potter working with Shigaraki clay, continuing a family tradition that spans over 150 years. As a fifth-generation potter, he is known for his bold approach to glaze and color.

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  • Sugimoto Yu

    SUGIMOTO Yu is a Japanese pottery artist rooted in the traditions of Shigaraki-ware. Sugimoto’s pieces make full use of the natural character of Shigaraki clay. He plays with geometric shapes and unique glazes like Kohiki and Kakewake.

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  • Suzuki Hiroyumi

    SUZUKI Hiroyumi is a Japanese ceramic artist whose work is shaped by traditions across different countries, including Japan and Korea, creating pieces informed by his study and experience of these cultures. He follows a strict "no shortcuts" philosophy, ensuring every piece is meticulously crafted to last for centuries.

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  • Tanaka Keiji

    TANAKA Keiji is a Japanese pottery artist dedicated to the rugged beauty of Nanban Yakishime. He commits to traditional, physically-demanding methods, from digging clay from local sites, to using a kick wheel (kero-kuro) and firing exclusively in a wood-burning kiln.

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OOGOYA

Oogoya is dedicated to Shigaraki-ware, a ceramic tradition known throughout Japan. We craft high-quality wares made from local earth, shaped and finished by the people of Shigaraki. Our work blends modern creativity with long-standing techniques, preserving this form of daily craft.

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