Katakuchi by 大谷哲也 Tetsuya Otani

This all-white katakuchi by Tetsuya Otani (大谷哲也) combines minimalist elegance with exceptional craftsmanship. Though entirely white, the bowl’s surface has an incredibly fine, tactile texture, giving it a sense of depth and quality that feels almost like a different material.

It is both practical and refined, reflecting Otani’s philosophy of creating functional vessels that elevate daily rituals. Its purity of form and subtle surface detail make it a quiet statement of sophistication and craftsmanship.

About the Artist

Born in 1971 in Kobe, Tetsuya Otani studied design at the Kyoto Institute of Technology before working at the Shiga Prefecture Ceramic Technology Institute. In 2008, he founded Otani Pottery Studio in Shigaraki with his wife, Momoko Otani. Otani’s work is defined by simplicity, pure porcelain forms, and functional elegance. 

He draws inspiration from everyday life, creating pieces that feel deeply rooted in daily rituals while embodying refined craftsmanship