HARU GAMA

Karatsu ware expresses its charm of simplicity, warmth, and strength with its coarse, rough texture called “suname” and austere colors.

Harugama aims to create ceramics that complement dishes while utilizing such traditions and incorporating new colors.

——How did you become a potter?

I took a ceramics class in college.

I was so moved by the experience of eating with ceramics that I had made myself that I wanted to become more skillful and create ceramics that would please many people.

——How do you currently present your work?

We have exhibited and sold our products at department stores and pottery events throughout Japan.We cherish the insights we gain from visiting these events, such as the fact that tastes differ from region to region, and the way shapes and patterns are painted, which is inspired by conversations with customers.

The new technique called “Yuribeni,” which can take advantage of the warmth of Karatsu ware, has allowed us to expand the range of our designs with more plants featuring red flowers and berries. ”Yuribeni” is a technique that uses copper-based pigments to produce a light crimson color when fired.

——How is Harugama different from other kilns?

Inheriting the traditional techniques of Karatsu-yaki porcelain and drawing on the experience gained from Hagiyaki and Arita-yaki porcelain, we produce ceramic tableware that combines the warmth of handmade, hand-painted ceramics with practicality and durability.

We strive to create pottery tableware that is easy to use, has a shape that is easy to hold, and is designed to show off the food, to make eating enjoyable and enriching.