In this video, a Kyoto craftsman uses his expert skills to show you the process of making a mug: he drills more than 100 holes to create a dripper.
▶Product in Video:
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▶Craftsman Profile
Hirotomo Kyotani & Mika Kyotani / Shinrokugama
He has been making Kyo pottery in Kyoto since 1955 and is now the third generation of craftsmen. "Shinroku" is the name of his grandfather, and he will continue to embody in the products the simplicity of folk art that I inherited from my grandfather. They would like to make pastel-colored tea utensils that fit in with modern life, as well as products that fit the lifestyles of our overseas customers.
▶Craftsman Passion
"The plate is the clothing of the dish"
I believe that a dish is not finished when it is baked, but only when all of the food preparation and accompanying decorations are in place. We hope that the creator and the user will work together to nurture the "plate".
Please enjoy watching the Japanese craftsmanship!!!!
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【Chapter】
00:00 KNEADING THE DOUGH
00:54 SPINNING A POTTERY WHEEL
03:33 SHAVING OFF
12:24 FIRST FIRING
13:42 GLAZING
15:52 FINAL FIRING
16:50 FINISHED PRODUCTS