Shimura Mutsuhiko of Kagetsu Kiln, a potter in Ome City, Tokyo.
Originally a chef, his products are made with the user in mind, making them extremely easy to use.
He has a deep knowledge of antiques, and the aesthetic sense he has cultivated by seeing many fine things is woven into every aspect of his work.
Don't miss the food photos on Kagetsugama's Instagram.
Born in Tokyo in 1972. While working as a Japanese cuisine chef, he became fascinated with tableware and began working with pottery.
After graduating from Aichi Prefectural Ceramics Technical College, he studied under Nagae Sokichi of Seto.
After excavating ancient Chinese ceramics, he built a kiln in Ome City, Tokyo in 2004.
He opened Kagetsu Kiln together with Miyaoka Maiko.
