Kikuchi Toru White Glaze Bowl

Solid, statuesque, and organic in form, this handmade ceramic bowl by Japanese artist Kikuchi Toru is a quiet study in elegance. Finished with a drippy white glaze that pools and flows along its surface, the bowl balances simplicity with texture and weight. Understated yet deeply expressive, it’s a timeless piece that brings artistry to everyday use or as an object on your shelf, counter, or coffee table.

Toru Kikuchi is a celebrated Japanese ceramicist known for his intuitive, sculptural pottery. Each piece begins with a deliberate choice of clay weight, from which he allows the shape to emerge organically during the making process. While pieces in a series may share similar weight and texture, no two are exactly alike—each vessel or bowl is one-of-a-kind.

Kikuchi’s handmade ceramics seamlessly blend artistry with functionality. His works are often used as decorative vases, serving bowls, or everyday tableware, combining traditional craftsmanship with a contemporary, minimalist aesthetic. Rooted in Japanese ceramic traditions yet entirely his own, Kikuchi’s pottery brings character, texture, and quiet beauty into any home.