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Obsidian & Flame
Obsidian & Flame — Japanese ceramics

Ink, earth & fire
in every piece

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The Collection

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The Kiln Map

Where It Comes From

Japan's great pottery regions, kiln by kiln — tap a piece to explore its tradition.

Ink, Earth & Fire

Ceramics
For Every
Table

A curated gallery of Japanese and East Asian ceramics — sourced from independent artists and kilns, shaped by hand, marked by fire, and finished in the quiet language of ink and glaze.

We travel Japan kiln by kiln choosing every piece by hand — new work fired for us, seconds a kiln couldn't sell and genuine vintage, each one inspected and chosen individually, never bought in bulk.

What We Believe

Our Values

yō no bi

用の美

Beauty in Use

  • Tableware belongs on the table, not behind glass
  • A chawan is for whisking matcha; a guinomi for sharing sake
  • Pieces made to wear in with use, not to gather dust

teshigoto

手仕事

The Maker's Hand

  • Every piece thrown, carved, glazed or painted by hand
  • Sourced kiln by kiln from independent artists and family kilns
  • New work fired for us, alongside genuine vintage

ichigo ichie

一期一会

One Encounter

  • Each piece chosen individually, never bought in bulk
  • Most works are one of a kind — once it is gone, it is gone
  • Every vessel inspected by hand before it reaches you

wabi-sabi

侘寂

Perfectly Imperfect

  • A small flaw is character, not a fault
  • We rehome seconds and overstock a kiln could not sell
  • Ash, scorch and crackle are the fire's own signature

en

縁

Kiln to Table

  • We travel to Japan ourselves to meet the makers
  • Direct, lasting relationships with kilns and artists
  • Every piece carries its region's story into your home

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Glimpses From the Studio

A few recent pieces and quiet corners of the gallery — Follow @obsidianandflame

Ink illustration of a boatman crossing still water above a woven basket texture

Purchasing

Interested in a Piece?

All purchases and inquiries are handled directly — reach out with the name of the piece you love and we'll confirm availability and next steps.