This January, Dai Ichi Arts is pleased to present a new collection of porcelain works by Shinji Terauchi, from the innovative Riso Kiln in Arita. The story of Riso porcelain is a compelling blend of heritage and the forward-thinking approach of an artist who deeply understands his craft, boldly asking “What’s next?” for the Japanese porcelain tradition.
In this debut collection, Terauchi reimagines the moon—a recurring symbol in both Western and Japanese art—through a contemporary lens. Dedicated to natural materials, his work celebrates the evolving essence of Arita ware, merging tradition with contemporary design. Like the moon’s shifting phases, his creations embody the transformative spirit of a storied ceramic craft. Using clay, silver, gold, cobalt blue pigments, and wood ash, he bridges heritage and innovation, offering a fresh perspective on the relevance of natural materials in Arita craftsmanship today.
