Keisuke Iwata

Line illustration of ceramicist Keisuke Iwata in his studio

Finding wabi-sabi from the hearth

On the shores of Fukuoka, ceramicist Keisuke Iwata draws inspiration from the sea to create ceramic pieces and tableware that are playful yet refined. Working with early yakishime techniques of high-firing ceramics, Iwata plays with haphazardness of clay to bring the rich texture, colour and sheen innate to the material up to the surface. This playfulness can be seen in the whimsical shapes and addition of found seashells in some of his work that make each piece wholly unique. While the surface of his pieces appear to highlight the natural element of chance, his practice also reflects a consideration of each piece's place in a home and in our hands, ensuring that its shape is well thought out and function very well.
Anagama No.19 - Black Cube Vase
Anagama No.19 - Black Cube Vase

Anagama No.19 - Black Cube Vase

Keisuke Iwata

I am Anagama No. 19 Black Cube Vase. Sharp-edged and severe, I dwell in darkness, with a hint of red glow lingering at the corners echoing the fire that shaped me. A vessel of contrasts, I invite exploration of my depths.  

$210 USD
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Anagama No.21 - Cube Vase
Anagama No.21 - Cube Vase

Anagama No.21 - Cube Vase

Keisuke Iwata

I am Anagama Cube Vase No. 17. With my mossy green hues and gradient, it’s as if I’ve been resting beneath the sea. My form is contemporary, yet I carry whispers of a life long lived—an echo of what I might have been before.  

$220 USD
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Anagama No.33 - Ochre Katakuchi (OUT OF STOCK)
Anagama No.33 - Ochre Katakuchi (OUT OF STOCK)

Anagama No.33 - Ochre Katakuchi (OUT OF STOCK)

Keisuke Iwata

I am Anagama No. 33 Ochre Katakuchi. Perfectly curved, effortlessly cool, despite being through the fire. You’ll love how I pour—smooth and easy, like I’ve been doing this forever.  

$400 USD
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Anagama No.34 - Ochre Cup
Anagama No.34 - Ochre Cup

Anagama No.34 - Ochre Cup

Keisuke Iwata

I am Anagama No. 34 Ochre Cup. A little rustic, a little unpredictable—like I’ve been through centuries and back. Warm, earthy, and full of ash-kissed imperfections.  

$260 USD
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Anagama No.40 - Chawan
Anagama No.40 - Chawan

Anagama No.40 - Chawan

Keisuke Iwata

I am Anagama No.40 Chawan. Warm and unpredictable, I’m the chawan with stories etched all around me. From my kiln-fired hues to the tomobako I call home, I’m a little piece of tradition wrapped in a dash of mystery. Go ahead—explore every side.  

$850 USD
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Stone Vase
Stone Vase

Stone Vase

Keisuke Iwata

I am a Stone Vase. You'll be surprised to find that a flower can bloom in hearth and home as hard as rock.  

$125 USD
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Stone Hanging Vase
Stone Hanging Vase

Stone Hanging Vase

Keisuke Iwata for Nalata Nalata

I am a Stone Hanging Vase. A rockstar—literally! Once standing tall, now I’m hanging out. Give me a little greenery, and I’ll be center stage in your home.  

$175 USD
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Anagama No.1 - Dappled Gray Vase
Anagama No.1 - Dappled Gray Vase

Anagama No.1 - Dappled Gray Vase

Keisuke Iwata

I am Anagama No.1 Dappled Gray Vase. Fired not once, but twice, I’ve emerged with a marbley, dappled surface—part abstract art. Resting on three secret seashells, I’m full of stories waiting to be uncovered.  

$3,650 USD
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Anagama No.39 - White Sake Cup - Tall
Anagama No.39 - White Sake Cup - Tall

Anagama No.39 - White Sake Cup - Tall

Keisuke Iwata

I am Anagama No.39 White Sake Cup. Glazed to glow, with a hue that defies labels. I’m here to elevate your favorite sips—one pour at a time.  

$260 USD
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Anagama No.38 - White Sake Cup - Wide
Anagama No.38 - White Sake Cup - Wide

Anagama No.38 - White Sake Cup - Wide

Keisuke Iwata

I am Anagama No.38 White Sake Cup. Glazed, uniquely tinted, and a little fire-kissed. Sip with me, and you’ll feel the heat that shaped me.  

$260 USD
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Anagama No.5 - Conical Vase (OUT OF STOCK)
Anagama No.5 - Conical Vase (OUT OF STOCK)

Anagama No.5 - Conical Vase (OUT OF STOCK)

Keisuke Iwata

I am Anagama No.5 Conical Vase. Shaped like a skewed chimney—fitting, since that’s where I came from. You could say I’ve got history baked into every curve.  

$1,250 USD
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Anagama No.8 - Vase (OUT OF STOCK)
Anagama No.8 - Vase (OUT OF STOCK)

Anagama No.8 - Vase (OUT OF STOCK)

Keisuke Iwata

I am Anagama No.7 Vase. A little off-balance, a little plump, but I wear it well. I’m not one for perfection—just hand me a stem, and I’ll do the rest.  

$580 USD
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Anagama No.6 - Large Bulb Vase
Anagama No.6 - Large Bulb Vase

Anagama No.6 - Large Bulb Vase

Keisuke Iwata

I am Anagama No.6 Large Bulb Vase. I’m not just here to hold flowers—I’m here to make a statement. With bold contours and unexpected details, every side of me tells a different story, like I was shaped by the earth itself.  

$2,950 USD
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Anagama No.16 - Ashen Amber Stone Vase (OUT OF STOCK)
Anagama No.16 - Ashen Amber Stone Vase (OUT OF STOCK)

Anagama No.16 - Ashen Amber Stone Vase (OUT OF STOCK)

Keisuke Iwata

I am Anagama No.16 Ashen Amber Stone Vase. With a crown of ash and a splash of orange, I’m here to rock the look. Layers, texture, and a little amber dot—solid as a stone, but never boring.  

$350 USD
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Anagama No.36 - Flared Sake Cup (OUT OF STOCK)
Anagama No.36 - Flared Sake Cup (OUT OF STOCK)

Anagama No.36 - Flared Sake Cup (OUT OF STOCK)

Keisuke Iwata

I am Anagama No.36 Flared Sake Cup. Dark, brilliant, and a little sparkly—I’ve been through fire, but you’d never guess.  

$265 USD
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Anagama No.35 - Sake Cup (OUT OF STOCK)
Anagama No.35 - Sake Cup (OUT OF STOCK)

Anagama No.35 - Sake Cup (OUT OF STOCK)

Keisuke Iwata

I am Anagama No.35 Sake Cup. Tall, straight, and not one to shy away from a little heat. I’ve been through the kiln and back, and it shows—subtle, but full of surprises if you know where to look.  

$260 USD
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Anagama No.9 - Open Vessel (OUT OF STOCK)
Anagama No.9 - Open Vessel (OUT OF STOCK)

Anagama No.9 - Open Vessel (OUT OF STOCK)

Keisuke Iwata

I am Anagama No. 9 Open Vessel. Crimson tones, rough edges, and a hint of unpredictability—there’s no taming me. Simple, raw, and full of life, I bring a little fire wherever I go.  

$460 USD
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Anagama No.4 - Connected Spheres (OUT OF STOCK)
Anagama No.4 - Connected Spheres (OUT OF STOCK)

Anagama No.4 - Connected Spheres (OUT OF STOCK)

Keisuke Iwata

I am Anagama No.4 Connected Spheres. I started as two separate vases, but the flames had other plans. Now, I’m forever joined—a reminder that some connections are simply meant to be.  

$2,250 USD
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Anagama No. 2 - Large Heishi Vase (OUT OF STOCK)
Anagama No. 2 - Large Heishi Vase (OUT OF STOCK)

Anagama No. 2 - Large Heishi Vase (OUT OF STOCK)

Keisuke Iwata

I am Anagama No.2 Large Heishi Vase. I carry centuries of tradition in my form, but let’s be honest—I’m here to make a statement. With textures shaped by time and fire, I’m the kind of piece that stops you in your tracks. Every angle tells a new story, and I’ve got plenty to share.  

$4,500 USD
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Anagama No.10 - Rectilinear Vase
Anagama No.10 - Rectilinear Vase

Anagama No.10 - Rectilinear Vase

Keisuke Iwata

I am Anagama Rectilinear Vase No. 10. Like an old building—structured, weathered, and softened over time. I carry those lines, with a quiet nature and history etched into every surface.  

$260 USD
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Anagama No.11 - Cylindrical Vase (OUT OF STOCK)
Anagama No.11 - Cylindrical Vase (OUT OF STOCK)

Anagama No.11 - Cylindrical Vase (OUT OF STOCK)

Keisuke Iwata

I am Anagama No.11 Cylindrical Vase. You’ll find me with a unique beauty mark—a fiery touch that only the kiln could leave behind.  

$245 USD
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White Shell Plate
White Shell Plate

White Shell Plate

Keisuke Iwata

I am a White Shell Plate. Not too big, not too small—I’m all about balance with a little something special hiding in plain sight.  

$245 USD
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Black Plate
Black Plate

Black Plate

Keisuke Iwata

I am a Black Plate. At first glance, I’m simple, but there’s a depth beneath the surface—hints of bronze, blue, and brown quietly waiting to reveal themselves. Nothing is ever just what it seems.  

$245 USD
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Tapered Katakuchi - Rokuro Sabi
Tapered Katakuchi - Rokuro Sabi

Tapered Katakuchi - Rokuro Sabi

Keisuke Iwata

I am a Tapered Katakuchi. Shall I spout platitudes about matcha, or just serve it to you like it is?  

$245 USD
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Beige Teapot - Small
Beige Teapot - Small

Beige Teapot - Small

Keisuke Iwata

I am a Small Beige Teapot. After a long day, a cup of tea is my pot of gold.  

$365 USD
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Beige Teapot - Large
Beige Teapot - Large

Beige Teapot - Large

Keisuke Iwata

I am a Large Beige Teapot. My neutral tone is so soothing that I can calm any tempest in your teacup.  

$465 USD
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Black Teapot - Small
Black Teapot - Small

Black Teapot - Small

Keisuke Iwata

I am a Small Black Teapot. A cozy drink with me on a cold day is worth all the tea in China.  

$365 USD
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Black Teapot - Large
Black Teapot - Large

Black Teapot - Large

Keisuke Iwata

I am a Large Black Teapot. With my sturdy handle and angled spout, I'll keep everything safe like a vault. You won't have to worry about me spilling tea.  

$495 USD
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Pod Cup - Black (OUT OF STOCK)
Pod Cup - Black (OUT OF STOCK)

Pod Cup - Black (OUT OF STOCK)

Keisuke Iwata

I am a Black Pod Cup. Not all pods are made for two, some are simply made for tea.  

$125 USD
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Pod Cup - White (OUT OF STOCK)
Pod Cup - White (OUT OF STOCK)

Pod Cup - White (OUT OF STOCK)

Keisuke Iwata

I am a White Pod Cup. Here we are, one tea in a pod.  

$125 USD
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Long Beige Katakuchi (OUT OF STOCK)
Long Beige Katakuchi (OUT OF STOCK)

Long Beige Katakuchi (OUT OF STOCK)

Keisuke Iwata

I am a Long Beige Katakuchi. Call me a critter, I won't mind. I'm all about the creature comforts of home anyway - especially if good food and sake are involved.  

$295 USD
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Beige Katakuchi with Handle (OUT OF STOCK)
Beige Katakuchi with Handle (OUT OF STOCK)

Beige Katakuchi with Handle (OUT OF STOCK)

Keisuke Iwata

I am a Small Beige Katakuchi with Handle. My perfect pitch will make sake, cream or even plain hot water sing.  

$195 USD
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Katakuchi with Handle - Black (OUT OF STOCK)
Katakuchi with Handle - Black (OUT OF STOCK)

Katakuchi with Handle - Black (OUT OF STOCK)

Keisuke Iwata

I am a Black Katakuchi with Handle. To get a handle on dark, wet, pouring days, I embrace nature's imperfections.  

$195 USD
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