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As with many of the major potteries in Japan, the origins of Hagi yaki can be traced back to the influx of Korean potters to Japan following military manoeuvres abroad. In 1592, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, a famous warlord and important historical figure, conducted a disastrous campaign on the Korean peninsula. His efforts were not entirely in vain however as he forcibly brought back Korean craftsmen, who under the patronage of the local lord Mori Terumoto, went on to produce wares which developped into Hagi yaki as we know it today. A demand for tea ceremony goods from the moneyed classes kept the Hagi potters in business and the simple rustic shapes with a delicate transluscent white glaze found favor with tea ceremony masters, giving Hagi yaki a certain cachet and ensuring its position as one of the most prestigious potteries in Japan.


Aohagi Dokai tokkuri by Noutomi Susumu NEW

Aohagi guinomi by Noutomi Susumu NEW

Aohagi guinomi by Noutomi Susumu

Aohagi guinomi by Noutomi Susumu

Aohagi yunomi by Noutomi Susumu NEW

Aohagi yunomi by Noutomi Susumu NEW

Aohagi yunomi by Noutomi Susumu NEW

Aohagi Wan by Noutomi Susumu 490 ml /14.8 fl. oz

Aohagi teapot / Noutomi Susumu 330 ml / 11.1 fl.oz

Aohagi teapot / Noutomi Susumu 360 ml / 12.1 fl.oz

Aohagi teapot / Noutomi Susumu 460 ml / 15.5 fl.oz

Aohagi teapot / Noutomi Susumu 505 ml / 17 fl.oz

Aohagi houhin / Noutomi Susumu 205 ml / 6.9 fl.oz

Aohagi houhin / Noutomi Susumu 220 ml / 7.4 fl.oz

Aohagi houhin / Noutomi Susumu 200 ml / 6.7 fl.oz

Aohagi rock cup / Noutomi Susumu 300-315 ml / 10.1-10.6 fl.oz NEW

Aohagi katakuchi from Choun kiln

Aohagi katakuchi / Noutomi Naoko 290, 330 ml / 9.8, 11.1 fl.oz

Aohagi katakuchi / Noutomi Naoko 220 ml / 7.4 fl.oz SOLD

Aohagi katakuchi / Noutomi Naoko 220 ml / 7.4 fl.oz SOLD

Aohagi tea bowl / Noutomi Naoko 310 ml/ 10.4 fl.oz

Aohagi teapot / Noutomi Naoko 380 ml / 12.8 fl.oz SOLD

Aohagi teapot / Noutomi Naoko 400 ml / 13.5 fl.oz SOLD

Aohagi carved tea bowl / Noutomi Naoko 165-240 ml/ 5.5-8.1 fl.oz SOLD

Onihagi houhin set

Biwa Kofukuwan tea bowl 375 ml / 12.6 fl.oz

Biwa Kofukuwan tea bowl 380 ml / 12.8 fl.oz

Blue glaze yunomi by Mukuhara Kashun 265 ml / 8.9 fl oz SOLD

Blue glaze yunomi by Mukuhara Kashun 270 ml / 9.1 fl oz SOLD

Blue glaze teapot by Mukuhara Kashun 355 ml / 12 fl.oz NEW

Blue glaze teapot by Mukuhara Kashun 350 ml / 11.8 fl.oz NEW

Hagi yunomi teacup by Mukuhara Kashun

Biwa (Loquat) yunomi by Mukuhara Kashun 260 ml / 8.7 fl.oz

Hagi yunomi teacup by Mukuhara Kashun

White hagi yunomi by Mukuhara Kashun 240 ml / 8.1 fl.oz

Hagi yunomi teacup by Mukuhara Kashun

White hagi yunomi (Large) by Mukuhara Kashun 330 ml / 11.1 fl.oz SOLD

Biwa (Loquat) guinomi by Mukuhara Kashun 95 ml / 3.2 fl.oz SOLD

White hagi guinomi by Mukuhara Kashun 80 ml / 2.7 fl.oz

White hagi guinomi by Mukuhara Kashun 90 ml / 3 fl.oz SOLD

Blue glazed guinomi by Mukuhara Kashun 80 ml / 2.7 fl.oz SOLD

Blue glazed guinomi by Mukuhara Kashun 80 ml / 2.7 fl.oz SOLD

Blue glazed guinomi by Mukuhara Kashun 75 ml / 2.5 fl.oz SOLD

Kairagi teapot by Mukuhara Kashun (small) 110 ml / 3.7 fl.oz

Kairagi teapot by Mukuhara Kashun (small) 130 ml / 4.3 fl.oz NEW

Kairagi houhin by Mukuhara Kashun
115 ml / 3.8 fl.oz

Kairagi houhin by Mukuhara Kashun
105 ml / 3.5 fl.oz

Kairagi sencha cup (small) by Mukuhara Kashun

Kairagi yuzamashi by Mukuhara Kashun
285 - 315 ml / 9.6 - 10.6 fl.oz

Tsuchinohana teapot by Mukuhara Kashun (small) 100 ml / 3.3 fl.oz *Left-handed

Tsuchinohana teapot by Mukuhara Kashun (small) 100 ml / 3.3 fl.oz *Left-handed

Tsuchinohana houhin by Mukuhara Kashun 120 ml / 4 fl.oz

Tsuchinohana sencha cup by Mukuhara Kashun

Gohonte houhin by Mukuhara Kashun 80 ml / 2.7 fl.oz

Gohonte houhin by Mukuhara Kashun 80 ml / 2.7 fl.oz

Kairagi teapot by Mukuhara Kashun 375 ml / 12.6 fl.oz NEW

Kairagi teapot by Mukuhara Kashun 380 ml / 12.8 fl.oz NEW

Kairagi teapot by Mukuhara Kashun 320-350 ml /10.8-11.8 fl.oz

Kairagi teapot by Mukuhara Kashun 360 ml /12.1 fl.oz

Kairagi rugged yunomi by Mukuhara Kashun

White hagi Mentori katakuchi by Ohtani Masahiko

Kurinuki guinomi by Kaneta Masanao
130 ml / 4.3 fl.oz

Kurinuki guinomi by Kaneta Masanao
105 ml / 3.5 fl.oz

Kurinuki yunomi by Kaneta Masanao
220 ml / 7.4 fl. oz

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Care instructions for Hagi yaki
Hagi yaki is made of very porous clay. As the items are used, tea deposits seep into the glaze,changing the color. Fans of Hagi yaki view this as a charming characteristic rather than a detraction. One gets the feeling that the items are adapting themselves to the owner's usage and that in time, each piece becomes even more unique and special.
When you first start using Hagi yaki, you may notice an earthy smell. This comes from the clay and will disappear with use, as tea deposits are absorbed into the glaze.
Because of the porous nature of the clay, the use of strong detergent is not recommended. Wash in hot water and dry with a soft cloth. Leave to dry naturally in a shady place before storing. Do not leave fluids standing in the items for any length of time as condensation may gather around the base and damage wooden counters or trays. Also, as the base tends to be rough, be careful when using on polished surfaces.