Glazed clay incense burner by Yotaro Takemura

Width: 20.0cm Height: 8.5cm

A conversation with Shigeo Takemura and Yotaro Takemura

The elegant gradation from yellow to white creates a pop of tension in the space.

The "Glazed Muddy Incense Burner" by Takemura Yotaro is a striking piece with a beautiful gradation that changes from yellow to white . The gentle change of color brings a different sense of tension to the space, and even when not being used as an incense burner, it is an object of appreciation in itself. This incense burner blends into any space, whether Japanese-style or Western-style, and at the same time, its pop colors stand out particularly in Western-style rooms, making it a masterpiece that enriches the space. The piece pursues the ultimate form , and its reassuring shape offers a serene beauty to the viewer.

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Glazed Mud Series: Ceramics with Captivating Vibrant Colors and Textures

The "Gudoisai Series" is characterized by its vivid colors and unique textures . This incense burner in particular uses an elegant gradation from yellow to white, giving it a contemporary beauty reminiscent of pop art or graffiti . This unique use of color goes beyond traditional concepts of pottery and reflects Takemura's unique innovative style.

The glaze is sprayed on using an air spray technique, which creates subtle color shifts and intricate patterns . The air spray creates a smooth gradation of colors, and the flowing texture of the glaze gives the pieces a dynamic beauty.

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Dainichigama and Yotaro Takemura: A pottery manufacturer that pursues innovation while preserving tradition

Dainichigama, where Takemura Yotaro works, is located in Yamashina-ku, Kyoto, and is a studio opened 43 years ago by his father, Shigeo. While preserving the traditions of Kiyomizu-yaki, he creates unique pieces that incorporate a modern sensibility . He actively uses glazes made from compounds instead of plant ash, and decorative techniques using air spray, to develop a modern style.

Using colorful glazes such as coral red, black, and cerulean blue, and sprayed with an air spray technique, the surface of the incense burner has a rough texture and delicate changes in color. While the works are rooted in the traditions of Kiyomizu ware, they also go beyond those traditions in pursuit of a modern beauty .

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The yellow to white gradation creates a pop and soft beauty

This "Glazed Muddy Incense Burner" has a soft gradation from yellow to white, providing a visually pleasing beauty. This gentle color transition provides visual stimulation while at the same time bringing a gentle sense of tension to the space. Yotaro Takemura's glazing technique enhances the form and color of the vessel, leaving a quiet and deep impression on the viewer.

In particular, displaying this incense burner in a Western-style room highlights its pop and modern beauty , brightening up the space. The modern use of colors in the Glazed Deisai series makes it a piece that suits both Japanese and Western spaces, providing an artistic experience in your everyday life.

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Innovation and Tradition by Yotaro Takemura: New Expressions of Beauty

While paying respect to the traditions of Kiyomizu ware, the works are always exploring new forms of expression . The glazed mud-colored incense burner is a symbol of this, fusing traditional techniques with a modern sensibility. This incense burner functions not only as an art piece that brightens up a space, but also as a ceramic work that enriches the senses of the user.

While valuing the traditional craftsmanship at the pottery studio opened by his father, he is always pursuing innovation. As a result, the Deisai series is loved by many people as a crystallization of beauty that embodies his sensibility.

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Glazed Muddy Incense Burner: An Art Piece Born from Sensibility

It is a symbol of beauty that combines tradition and innovation . The beautiful gradation from yellow to white provides a rich experience both visually and tactilely, and its elegant form exudes a presence as a work of art that goes beyond its functionality as an incense burner. When displayed in a Japanese or Western-style room, this incense burner will bring tension and beauty to the space, and its pop colors will stand out especially in Western-style rooms.

Takemura Yotaro's works point the way to new directions in contemporary ceramics , and the glazed mud-colored incense burner is one of his representative works, breathing new life into traditional Kiyomizu ware.

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Biography of Yotaro Takemura

Born in Yamashina, Kyoto in 1981
2009: Graduated from Kyoto Prefectural Pottery Technical College, Molding Course
2010: Completed the Kyoto City Industrial Testing Center Ceramics Training Course Started making pottery with his father, Shigeo, at Dainichi Kiln
2011: Selected for the 40th "Japanese Traditional Crafts Kinki Exhibition" National Culture Festival Kyoto 2011 Art Exhibition "Crafts" Encouragement Award
2012: Selected for the 41st "Japanese Traditional Crafts Kinki Exhibition" Selected for the Kyoto Art and Crafts Biennale
2013: Selected for the 42nd "Japanese Traditional Crafts Kinki Exhibition" Solo exhibition at Takashimaya Kyoto store, Art and Craft Salon
2014: Selected for the 43rd "Japanese Traditional Crafts Kinki Exhibition"
2015: Selected for the 44th "Japanese Traditional Crafts Kinki Exhibition"
2016: Selected for the 45th "Japanese Traditional Crafts Kinki Exhibition"