Utsuwa - Ceramics and the Art of the Table

A beautiful collection of tableware and homeware cherished by Yukiko Ishimura, the owner of Kuruminoki, a beloved shop in Nara - one of my personal favourite shops.

This book is filled with her deep appreciation and personal reflections on each piece she has encountered and treasured in her daily life.

Divided into five chapters, it introduces a selection of meaningful utsuwa from her teenage years to the present, offering a glimpse into the beauty and stories behind these vessels.

Utsuwa is a Japanese word that translates to "vessels"—a term that encompasses tableware and homeware, reflecting both functionality and beauty in everyday life.