Bizen Flower Vase with Hi-iro Fire Marks

This Bizen Flower Vase embodies the purest essence of Japanese yohen-the natural transformations born from fire.
During its long firing in the anagama (wood-fired kiln), the clay absorbed the breath of flame, revealing a Hiiro tone-deep red and smoky brown that flow seamlessly across its surface.

Every inch of this vase is a testament to the unpredictable beauty of nature and time.
The subtle gradients of red, gray, and bronze arise not from glaze, but from the ash, oxygen, and flame’s movement inside the kiln-a living expression of wabi-sabi, where imperfection becomes harmony.

Its shape, simple yet profound, recalls the quiet strength of old Japanese tea rooms, where the humblest vessel holds the spirit of the universe.
Perfect for ikebana, minimalist display, or contemplation, this piece connects deeply with the soul of mono no aware-the gentle awareness of beauty within transience.

Chikoyaki presents this vase from its Bizen Collection, celebrating the eternal conversation between fire, earth, and the human heart.