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on a previous note: Here is the Chawan with Temple/Priest Appraisal..

Thanks for posting that Aexl. This Mizusashi has that kind of big lumpy Glazing too .. Peter, I posted about the gunomi that was in someone else's Tomobako (Wooden Box). just for the forum to see. There is always a market for Shoji Hamada's works. There's a Shoji Hamada Plate going for about 600 now.. and, Phil Rogers ( of Goldmark) has a FB Page (Japanese Ceramic Collectors) that keeps the late Shoji Hamada's Legacy going.. There are many people that are still interested and following his works. I believe , if you post there, you will get a lot of people seening them.. His son Tomoo, just put on a beautiful Exhibition at the Hanku Department Store.. A brief note about Shoji Hamada.. From 2000 Cranes site: In the late 1920's in Japan, a small group of artists started the Mingei, or, "Folk craft" movement. It was a reaction to what they saw as the increasing threat of Industrialization upon traditional, handmade crafts. For them, modern society's eye for beauty in simple untesils for daily life was becoming blinded by low cost and standardization. So, a group of potters, including Benard Leach, Hamada Shoji, and, Kawai Kanjiro, sought to keep the craftsman sprit alive by producing everyday objects which satisfied the practical as well as the spritual needs of life. The works they made were funtional, expressive, yet, unassuming. As a matter of principal, Mingei wares were hardly ever signed. " - from 2000 CRANES

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Hello Guys.. Any of you guys collect Kayakuire ? Would it be considered as art, like Sumisubo.. ( "Tools" that are decorative and/or Personalized ). I was starting .. Is the Gourd a Kayakuire? On the other post by Anthony and another post with Piers, We were discussing if the netsuki gun was 'Funtional".. not for projectiles, but, maybe a lighter, or "Cap Gun"..? Thanks Guys...

Axel.. and, yes, you can.. Or .. .. As Brian says .. " Post away..." Exposure to Names and seeing thier works, lets us get familar ,so, we can recognize their familly, and, know more about Japanese Ceramics. Thanks..

Hi guys.. Hi Alex, I did not buy it. I was going to buy it.. Waited for his reply, before buying. I should have mentioned, something else, in the 1st. post, So, I can understand the "negative" cannotation because of that.. Maybe that is how he/she bought it, and, is just a seller. " Sneaky title! Wonder if that was deliberate. Hmmmm " - Mr. B I've seen some other listings, that have... " with signed box, and, Monk Appraisal, by the great --------"... I got one with a name like, " The 1000 year old Pine Tree." ( or something like that).. The Chawan had no Green on it..

Hello Guys.. "Let the Buyer Beware" > The Sting I thought I was going to be a Proud owner of a Genuine Tomoo Hamada Yunomi.. I wanted to be the 1st. to "Buy it Now" .. "If it's too good to be true, it probaly is".. The price was "Affordable".. but, the Yunomi was "Mumei".. I follow Tomoo on FB, so, I asked him, if this was his "Yunomi".. He said, the box is his, but, the Yunomi is not. Old American Saying.. " I'm glad I asked"... Well, the Seller's tittle is true : "Japanese Mashiko pottery Yunomi Bamboo Tea cup with box by Tomoo Hamada"

Hi Dave, I understand the statement.. For me, as being mostly an enthusiast.. I'm sure you know this. That saying a samurai said, everything is connected. You and them, keep up the art. and sprit of the Samurai armor. You do it in a more realistic, closest to original way, and pass that on to us.. They, do what they have to do, because of being in the Replica / Representation / Business $$ oversighted" , manor. different venues, both a plus and needed. For what they are, they help with a visual presence, and, help carry on the Samurai stories/ Sprit.. I got 3 lower budget ( lower than theirs ) Suits for that Visual presence. and, when I do see my "Real" ( Cross my Fingers) Kabutos and Do's, I can appreciate the age, the stories it could tell. Their soul. Hope it's not...... "I'm a fake, Ha Ha !!" So, The real Katchu do have a "soul".. Because you guys teach us that. Othwerwise, like, to most people," It's just some old piece of junk".. And Dave, your house is full of soul... We seen it Thanks Dave

Ian.. Thanks for adding to this post. The Horo story was hard to "piece together" , as, the information is learned, only as much as we can get from the various sources on the 'net.. I had hoped to "gather" all, and, put them on this post, for the forum to have a good concensus of what it is. Old saying.. The who, what, when , where and why.. If I may.. Quote you .. "These late versions incorporated a framework of Bamboo......" I forgot, I got your book.. page 59 and 60. Don't worry, i will not say more, They got to buy your book... Guys, I remember, seening a tv show, and the guys was testing a horo, by shooting arrows at it. I don't think it was MythBusters. Maybe Terry Schappert ?

Good Morning Forum, Interesting facts Ian , Sir.. Thank you. Ian, I'm not sure if this is true. and I know many here might have seen/read this too.. but.. I've read somewhere, that the horo was also a defense mechanism that "deflected' the arrows path, by letting the "flapping" cloth mis aligning the incoming path of the arrow. Especially if they were Messengers. Many interesting "Pieces" of information on such an unusal concept. Mankind can think up many good , ideal things, Alton From the internet: A samurai wearing the horo, or stiffened cloak that helped messengers and bodyguards increase their visibility. The horo (母衣) were large pieces of cloth, not entirely unlike a cape or cloak, which would be worn on the back, supported and shaped by a series of bamboo or wooden sticks. In addition to displaying an identifying mon or symbol, and making the samurai appear larger-than-life, it served the purpose of arrow entangler. Ultimately, it marked that warrior as someone important, usually a messenger or scout, and worthy of honorable treatment, even by his enemies.

Hello guys.. I made it into a shot video, (for our convience) to have a cool explaination of how the HORO Basket got it's name. I'm not sure if it is true,, but, I thought it was cool and neat watching it. I hope you guys do, too.. https://samuraihoro.weebly.com/ I got this subscription for a website package, that lets me make several of these "convinient" sites. Easy to up load and navigate, for fun stuff. this way, I can uplaod short videos without a host. Alton

Looks good. Small conner, but, big, in that... stirs interest as the eyes focus on each item, and, it's layout/position to each other. "Usage of Space".. ( A Rimpa School trait you have ) Smart use of those clear acrylic lifters. minimize loss of light to the objects below.. The box lids used for display base is cool too. The Charie on the lid is "Traditionaly correct", as, I've heard/watched somewhere, they are "respected" or "Important' as to, always be displayed on a tray. And, yes, the brazier and tea kettle at the bottom would complete the realm of the display. Both aesthetacally and balance. Good things do come in small packages. Alton

Jason. Hello Forum... I was watching You Tube / NKH's Journeys in Japan.. Episode 16 I remember seeitng the name Marutake in this Katchu setion... I recorded that part about Marutake Armor, for our convience. Hope they don't mind.. Hey Dave, is this where you was? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pOsxozJKfZ4 Wonderful place to see/visit. Alton

Hello guys.. It does look like Bamboo. Good call Steve/Steve. Ear lugs.. "Mimi-something".. adds a lot to the looks. I finally bought the DVD, "SEKIGAHARA". Myself, I thought everything was good. I was quite moved by the Movie's portrayal of Mitsunari Ishida. Far from the Ishida in JC's "SHOGUN". Which I loved too. Hence, the music choice Steve.. One of the critics said it could have been a trilogy. I would have loved that. You would have to be keen on all the people involved. This is a fun way to get started.. : I just made this video on my "Japanese Ink Painting Techniques" on Chawans.. These/none are not "advertisements" /for sale videos. They are for relaxation and appreciation of Japanese Art. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9JFVXhoX1RM

Hello Guys... Kogo & Okimono ( Incense Container and Display Objects ) "Do one person for everyone, and do everyone for one person , so.. everybody will become happy and a peaceful world will visit -- " - Mitsunari Ishida - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cSNLEqBCLXo

I remember seening that " here and there " on the 'net.... One artical said that gentleman did not take any swords home. Alton Added.. I remember seeing it at Fred's place.. https://www.Japanese-swords.com/pages/new.htm

Hello Forum.. I saw this... Thought I'd post this update. I did get contacted.. I,myself, have not watched it yet.. Can't wait for that feeling of "forfillment" for them.. Alton

Hello Guys.. Next venture, for me.. in the quest for learning, is Karatsu ware. I got this "Vintage", E Karatsu Water Jar. Was...well ... "cheap", so, I wonder if... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sd1Mflyqeqs The outside looks old, but, the inside looks "New".. I can't read the box. Music helps bring out the passion, of the " highs and lows " in the artisian's Brush work.. Especially for the " Wabi " ... Sakuhachi is "Badass" yea.. Hope you guys like it.. Steve, I going catch the Kogos' soon NHK's Ceremic Treasures is a convient, well presented Series , to learn about > v ^<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEcZU-z7sz8&t=640s

Hello Guys... Nezumi Shino Is there a name for the Brush stroked "leaves" pattern, that is "synomous" with Shino's most popular 'Motifs". Looks like Water reeds/grass. or, do they represent Rice? Nezumi Shino Vase. Has a touch of Iga... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TrRxtsL9S9Q Japanese Ceramic Incense Boxes.. Kogo I like those.. Another "endless obsession", with the amount of them available..

Hi Guys.. Thanks guys.. I was hoping guys like the videos.. and my "Collection". I know I ain't no "Kurosawa" yet.. ( I am a big fan of Akira.. ) Big fan if Yoji Yamada's Trilogy..( If you notice the sound Tracks) Yes, Alex.. I will get you close ups.. I think I got the box (Tomobako) cover "Up side Down" in the video "visible at" ( Alex ) 2:35 ? Don't you guys think that Chawan is Special" in it's own way? " Man, the Crazy Crazing.. ( Kannyu) "Order out of Chaos"..

Hello Guys.. Hope all is having a relaxing Sunday.. For your viewing pleasure... Japanese Gunomi Display.. I don't collect much. I just wanted some.. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BKKaac59b2k

Hello Guys.. Shuichi Kato - Japan Sprit and Form The Cosmos in the Hand : ( ) Along with his other presentations, helped me a lot with understanding Japanese history/religion/culture. It has, also, driven me to "obsession". . but, I enjoy looking at each Tea Bowl from time to time. Togishi Bob Benson was here last year.. Bob too, likes Raku Bowls.. Made this video of the "New" wall display of Raku, and,, other bowls and items.. Something to watch this weekend.. Hope you like it.. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q6DK8Sq80_U Alton < Ken is my middle (Japanese) name.. My Dad said that is how they named children in his days.. I think it is not pronounced like 'Barbie and Ken" Ken.

Hello guys.. In the early '90's.. I was into Pioneer Laser Disc, and, I had a lot of Japanese Imports with this kind of Music. It was called "New Age" .. New Age had it's own huge section, when there was CD's and DVD's for sale, at that time. and, was Kinda "abstract" , Background/Soundtrack" type Music. I was into High end stereos, too, so, these had , "cutting edge" Sound.. ?. Thanks for posting.

From the movie " Dual at Kongo-in no Ketto" Sekishusai holds one of my Oribe Chawans.. I got it in the original box, signed by Sekishusai himself.. Dated with the release of the Movie's opening night. ( nah.. Only joking.. I saw the Chawan, and had to show you guys that screen shots.. sorry Steven ) Miyamoto Musashi, in this version, is played by Chiezo Kataoka.. later, he played the role of Sado , in a later version of Miyamoto Musashi.

Hi Guys.. I don't "use" these bowls.. Well,.. I do use one Oribe for ramen and other stuff. Tofu with Furikake and Shoyu.. My items.. I do hold and look at them a lot.. My mother is old, but, she and I look at them, and, we try to "Feel' which position that our hands "Fit" , ( like, how the potter must have felt was best..) I try to explain what I know about the pieces, and, point out the highlights of each, or, what makes each one of them 'special". I don't know if that does anything ( She's old) , but, she does appreciate and participates.. That is the main thing.. I do not do the Tea Ceremony.. although I do drink a lot of tea every day.. I do come here and share what I got.. At night, my escape is in Japan, Hawaii... I'm so busy everyday.. " You never worked for the private sector.. They expect results " - From Ghostbusters..