New Maker at OEN Shop – Ceramics by Japanese Potter Shinko Nakanishi
Born in Osaka, Shinko currently resides in the small town of Kamiita, Tokushima Prefecture. All of his ceramics are wood-fired and the rich clay is dug just outside his studio.
New Feature – Inside the Workshop of Japanese Woodworker Eiji Hagiwara
A short post to introduce our newest feature on Japanese woodworker Eiji Hagiwara. Born in Tokyo, Eiji Hagiwara now works out of his studio in Sayama, Saitama Prefecture.
Tea Containers & Lacquer Dishes – Wooden Objects by Fujii Works
Beautiful wooden objects by Fujii Works. Kenichi is the woodturner, he also carves the pieces by hand and constructs the vessels. Minako on the other hand applies the finishing touches.
Bond Between & Object & Beholder – Makiji Lacquer Bowl by Yusuke Tazawa
This week saw the arrival of new work by Yusuke Tazawa, most prominently the Black Walnut Tray, the Thin Dish, but also a different take on the Makiji Bowl that he previously made for the shop.
Objects that Glimmer – Lacquerware by Maiko Okuno at OEN Shop
This new selection of lacquer vessels and plates by Japanese woodworker Maiko Okuno at OEN shop have real charm and character. Something that you often only see in Japanese lacquerware.
New Work at OEN Shop – Brass Spoons and Dishes by Ruka Kikuchi
Ruka Kikuchi, also known by his nickname Lue Brass, has produced these new dishes and selection of cutlery for OEN shop. They will slowly patina and change over time.
New Maker at OEN Shop – Ceramics by Japanese Pottery Takeshi Ohmura
Here we present some ceramics from Takeshi Ohmura, which are now available to buy in the shop. These are the kind of works that you use on a daily basis and get better with age. Enjoy.
Objects at OEN Shop – The Little Round Brass Cup by the Aubock Workshop
Every so often you acquire those quaint objects that seem to have a real presence about them, for me the little round brass cup by Austrian metal workshop Carl Aubock is one of them.
Flecked and Mottled – New Pottery at OEN Shop by Mushimegane Books
When this new pottery by Mushimegane Books arrived in the shop it really brought home to me the importance of the glazing and how the small details can make a lot of impact.
Patterns & Fine Details – Fresh Metalwork in OEN Shop by Rieko Fujimoto
It’s been a long time since we last highlighted the work of Japanese metal craftsman Rieko Fujimoto, all of which are handcrafted by Rieko at her studio in Neyagawa, Osaka Prefecture.
Pottery for a Modern Lifestyle – New Works at OEN Shop by Shinobu Hashimoto
A few new products in the shop by Japanese potter Shinobu Hashimoto, the pieces include some large black plates, a black katakuchi, black cafe bowl, and his hibi kesho mugs and bowls.
Updated Work at OEN Shop – Ceramics by Japanese Potter Naotsugu Yoshida
We're proud to present a refresh of work by Naotsugu Yoshida, a Japanese potter who crafts at the foothills of Mt Fuji. He’s able to manipulate clay in a way that leaves thin forms with lots of character.