Hasami ware ALONGU

ALONGU Bowl (Small) 12.5cm

We named our brand "ALONGU" (明論具) in our quest for tableware that embodies the present state of Japanese cuisine, with its blend of diverse nationalities and regional characteristics, and hints at its future. By deliberately adding "U" to "ALONG," mimicking Japanese romanization, and combining it with the kanji "明論具," we express that while these vessels embrace today's diverse and multinational dining, they are also crafted in Japan.

The designer is Jin Kuramoto, a product designer known for creations such as HAY's "KNIT," arflex Japan's "JK," and audio-technica's wireless earphones. This is Kuramoto's first venture into tableware among his many product designs. The art direction is handled by graphic designer Rei Masaki. Born in New York and active in Tokyo since 2017, Masaki is a Japanese-American whose perspective allows the world of "ALONGU" to be expressed across borders and nationalities.

The ALONGU series challenges the image of porcelain products having a uniform finish. Instead, it is crafted with a focus on a wide range of finishes, including glazes, to allow you to enjoy the unique individuality and subtle variations in the material's character.

ALONGU Inspection Standards

While we only sell products that have passed the manufacturer's inspection, please be aware of the following product characteristics:

• "Yakishime" products are fired at high temperatures without glaze, so surface black spots and color variations may occur depending on weather conditions during firing. Also, if left unwashed for extended periods after use, oil stains may develop.
• The rim of "Fuchisabi" products is treated with an iron-based glaze, so color variations may occur depending on weather conditions during firing.
• "Seiji" products may have glaze pooling due to the application of glaze, and color variations may occur depending on weather conditions during firing.
• "Tenmoku" products use a delicate glaze created by crystalline components, so color variations may occur depending on weather conditions during firing.
• We actively use glazes with rich expressions, so products with small spots or unevenness are considered good quality.
• If you have any other concerns, please contact us.

ALONGU Bowl (Large) 14cm

We named our brand "ALONGU" as we sought to enjoy the current state of Japanese cuisine, which incorporates a mix of various nationalities and regional characteristics, and to explore the form of tableware that foreshadows the future of Japanese cuisine. By intentionally adding "U" to "ALONG" to express it like a Japanese romanization, and combining it with the kanji "明論具", we convey that it is a vessel that embraces the diverse contemporary dining experiences where nationalities intersect, while also being a piece of tableware made in Japan.

The designer is Jin Kuramoto, a product designer who has worked on household appliances such as HAY's "KNIT", arflex Japan's "JK", and audio technica's wireless earphones. This is the first time that Mr. Kuramoto has designed tableware among the many products he has created. The art direction is handled by graphic designer Rei Masaki. Born and raised in New York and active in Tokyo since 2017, Masaki's perspective, as a Japanese-American, expresses the world of "ALONGU" across nationalities and without borders.

To redefine the image of porcelain products as having a uniform finish, the ALONGU series is intentionally crafted to allow you to enjoy the individuality and subtle variations in the material and expression of the glazes and finishes, pursuing a wide range of expressive possibilities.

About ALONGU's Inspection Standards

While we only sell products that have passed the manufacturer's inspection, please be aware of the following product characteristics:

• "Yakishime" products are fired at high temperatures without glaze, so there may be individual differences in the black spots and color of the surface depending on factors such as the weather during firing. Also, oil stains may occur if left for a long time after use.
• The rim of "Fuchisabi" products is treated with an iron-based glaze, and there may be individual differences in color depending on factors such as the weather during firing.
• With "Seiji" products, glaze pools may occur due to the application of the glaze, and there may be individual differences in color depending on factors such as the weather during firing.
• "Tenmoku" products use a delicate glaze created by crystalline components, so there may be individual differences in color depending on factors such as the weather during firing.
• Due to the active use of glazes with rich expressions, vessels with small spots or unevenness are considered good products.
• For any other concerns, please contact us.

ALONGU 明論具 Plate 16cm

To enjoy the current state of Japanese cuisine, which is a mix of various nationalities and regions, and to explore the form of tableware that will herald the future of Japanese cuisine, we named our brand "ALONGU 明論具." By intentionally adding "U" to "ALONG" to express it like a Japanese romaji reading, and combining it with the kanji "明論具," we convey that while the tableware accommodates diverse contemporary meals that transcend nationalities, it is also tableware made in Japan.

The designer is Jin Kuramoto, a product designer known for HAY's "KNIT," arflex Japan's "JK," and home appliances like audio-technica's wireless earphones. This is the first time Kuramoto has ventured into the field of tableware among the many products he has designed. The art direction is handled by graphic designer Rei Masaki. Through the perspective of Masaki, a Japanese American who grew up in New York and has been active in Tokyo since 2017, the world of "ALONGU 明論具" is expressed in a borderless way, transcending nationalities.

The ALONGU series challenges the perception of porcelain products as having a uniform finish. It is crafted to allow you to enjoy the unique character and subtle variations in the material's expression, purposefully pursuing finishes such as glazes with a wide range of expressive possibilities.

About ALONGU 明論具's Inspection Standards

While we only sell products that have passed the manufacturer's inspection, please be aware of the following product characteristics:

• "Yakishime" products are unglazed and fired at high temperatures. Due to factors such as weather during firing, there may be individual differences in surface black spots and color. Additionally, if left for a long time after use, oil stains may occur.
• "Fuchisabi" products have an iron-based glaze applied to the rim. Due to factors such as weather during firing, there may be individual differences in color.
• "Seiji" products may have glaze pooling due to the glazing process, and there may be individual differences in color due to factors such as weather during firing.
• "Tenmoku" products use a delicate glaze that creates crystal components. Due to factors such as weather during firing, there may be individual differences in color.
• Since we actively use glazes with rich expressions, products with small dots or irregularities are still considered good quality.
• If you have any other concerns, please contact us.

Individual products may vary slightly in color, pattern texture, and weight. Also, some products may have small black dots (iron spots) on the surface or glaze drips, but these do not indicate a quality issue.

ALONGU Small Plate 10cm

We named our brand "ALONGU" to celebrate the current state of Japanese cuisine, which is a fusion of various nationalities and regionalities, and to explore the form of tableware that will foreshadow the future of Japanese food. By intentionally adding "U" to "ALONG" to create a Romanized Japanese pronunciation, and combining it with the kanji "明論具", we express that our tableware, while embracing the diverse current dining styles that transcend nationalities, is proudly made in Japan.

The designer is Jin Kuramoto, a product designer known for his work on HAY's "KNIT," arflex Japan's "JK," and audio-technica's wireless earphones, among other electronic products. This is Kuramoto's first foray into tableware. The art direction is handled by graphic designer Rei Masaki. Born in New York and active in Tokyo since 2017, Masaki's Japanese-American perspective allows the world of "ALONGU" to be expressed in a borderless way that transcends nationalities.

The ALONGU series aims to revolutionize the image of porcelain products as having uniform finishes. To allow customers to enjoy the unique character and subtle variations of the material, we deliberately pursue finishes, such as glazes, that offer a wide range of expressions.

ALONGU Inspection Standards

While we only sell products that have passed the manufacturer's inspection, please be aware of the following product characteristics:

• "Yakishime" products are fired at high temperatures without glaze, so there will be individual differences in surface black spots and color due to firing conditions such as weather. Also, oil stains may occur if left for a long time after use.
• The rim of "Fuchisabi" products is coated with an iron-based glaze, so there will be individual differences in color due to firing conditions such as weather.
• "Seiji" products may have glaze pooling due to the application of the glaze, and there will be individual differences in color due to firing conditions such as weather.
• "Tenmoku" products use a delicate glaze created by crystalline components, so there will be individual differences in color due to firing conditions such as weather.
• Since we actively use glazes with rich expressions, items with small spots or unevenness are also considered good products.
• For any other concerns, please contact us.

ALONGU Bowl 15cm

We named our brand "ALONGU" as we seek to create tableware that anticipates the future of Japanese cuisine, while embracing the current landscape where diverse nationalities and regionalities are intertwined. By intentionally adding "U" to "ALONG" to evoke Japanese romaji pronunciation, and combining it with the kanji characters "明論具," we express that while our tableware accommodates the diverse, international dining of today, it is also crafted in Japan.

The designer is Jin Kuramoto, a product designer known for HAY's "KNIT," arflex Japan's "JK," and home electronics such as Audio-Technica's wireless earphones. This marks his first foray into tableware among his numerous product designs. The art direction is handled by graphic designer Rei Masaki, a Japanese-American who grew up in New York and has been active in Tokyo since 2017. Through Masaki's perspective, the world of "ALONGU" is expressed in a borderless way, transcending nationalities.

The ALONGU series is crafted to redefine the image of porcelain products as having a uniform finish. To allow you to enjoy the unique characteristics and subtle variations of the materials, we intentionally pursue finishes like glazes that offer a wide range of expression.

About ALONGU's Inspection Standards

While we only sell products that have passed the manufacturer's inspection, please be aware of the following product characteristics:

• "Yakishime" products are fired at high temperatures without glaze, so there will be individual differences in surface black spots and color due to factors like weather conditions during firing. Additionally, oil stains may occur if left unattended for a long period after use.
• "Fuchisabi" rims are treated with iron-based glazes, and individual differences in color may occur due to factors like weather conditions during firing.
• "Seiji" may have glaze pooling due to the application of the glaze, and individual differences in color may occur due to factors like weather conditions during firing.
• "Tenmoku" uses a delicate glaze created by crystalline components, so individual differences in color may occur due to factors like weather conditions during firing.
• We actively use glazes with rich textures, so products with small spots or unevenness are considered good quality.
• For any other concerns, please contact us.

ALONGU Yunomi Tea Cup 9cm

The brand name "ALONGU" was chosen to reflect our desire to appreciate the current state of Japanese cuisine, which incorporates diverse nationalities and regional characteristics, and to explore tableware that foreshadows the future of Japanese cuisine. By intentionally adding "U" to "ALONG" to represent a Japanese Romanization, and combining it with the kanji "明論具", the brand expresses that it offers tableware that embraces the diverse contemporary dining scene where nationalities intersect, while also signifying that the pottery is made in Japan.

The designer is Jin Kuramoto, a product designer known for projects such as HAY's "KNIT," arflex Japan's "JK," and home appliances like audio-technica's wireless earphones. This is Kuramoto's first venture into tableware among his numerous product designs. The art direction is handled by graphic designer Rei Masaki. Growing up in New York and working in Tokyo since 2017, Masaki's perspective as a Japanese-American expresses the world of "ALONGU" as transnational and borderless.

The ALONGU series aims to revolutionize the perception of porcelain products as having uniform finishes. To allow customers to enjoy the unique individuality and subtle variations of the materials, the series is meticulously crafted with glazes and finishes that offer a wide range of expression.

About ALONGU's Inspection Standards

We only sell products that have passed the manufacturer's inspection. However, please be aware of the following product characteristics:

• "Yakishime" products are fired at high temperatures without glaze, so individual differences in black spots and color may occur on the surface depending on weather conditions during firing. Also, oil stains may appear if left for a long time after use.
• "Fuchisabi" products have an iron-based glaze applied to the rim, and individual differences in color may occur depending on weather conditions during firing.
• "Seiji" products may have glaze pooling due to the glazing process, and individual differences in color may occur depending on weather conditions during firing.
• "Tenmoku" products use a delicate glaze created by crystalline components, so individual differences in color may occur depending on weather conditions during firing.
• Because we actively use glazes with rich expressions, products with small dots or unevenness are considered good quality.
• If you have any other concerns, please contact us.

ALONGU Bowl 20cm

We named our brand "ALONGU" as we sought to explore the present state of Japanese cuisine, with its diverse national and regional influences, and to envision the future of Japanese tableware. By intentionally adding "U" to "ALONG" to evoke a Japanese romanization, and combining it with the kanji "明論具" (meirongu), we express that while these vessels embrace the diverse, cross-national nature of contemporary dining, they are unmistakably crafted in Japan.

The designer is Jin Kuramoto, a product designer known for his work on HAY's "KNIT," arflex Japan's "JK," and audio technica's wireless earphones, among other electronics. This is Mr. Kuramoto's first venture into tableware among his many product designs. The art direction is handled by graphic designer Rei Masaki. Having grown up in New York and been active in Tokyo since 2017, Mr. Masaki, a Japanese-American, brings a borderless, cross-national expression to the world of "ALONGU" through his unique perspective.

The ALONGU series challenges the perception of porcelain products having uniform finishes. Instead, it is crafted to allow you to enjoy the unique characteristics and subtle variations in the material's expression, intentionally pursuing a wide range of finishes, including glazes with rich expressive qualities.

About ALONGU Quality Control Standards

While we only sell products that have passed the manufacturer's inspection, please be aware of the following product characteristics:

• "Yakishime" products are unglazed and fired at high temperatures. Therefore, individual differences in black spots and color may occur on the surface depending on weather conditions during firing. Also, oil stains may appear if left for a long time after use.
• The rim of "Fuchisabi" products is treated with an iron-based glaze, and individual differences in color may occur depending on weather conditions during firing.
• "Seiji" products may have glaze pooling due to the glazing process, and individual differences in color may occur depending on weather conditions during firing.
• "Tenmoku" products use a delicate glaze created by crystalline components, and individual differences in color may occur depending on weather conditions during firing.
• Since glazes with rich expression are actively used, products with small dots or unevenness are considered good quality.
• For any other concerns, please contact us.

ALONGU Akashi Rongo Plate 22cm

The brand name "ALONGU Akashi Rongo" was chosen to represent a vessel that embraces the current state of Japanese cuisine, where various nationalities and regional characteristics coexist, and seeks to embody the future of Japanese food. By intentionally adding "U" to "ALONG" to mimic Japanese romanization, and combining it with the kanji "明論具" (Akashi Rongo), the brand signifies a vessel that accommodates the diverse international culinary landscape while clearly indicating its Japanese origin.

The designer is Jin Kuramoto, a product designer known for his work on HAY's "KNIT," arflex Japan's "JK," and home appliances such as Audio-Technica's wireless earphones. This is Kuramoto's first venture into tableware among his numerous product designs. The art direction is handled by graphic designer Rei Masaki. Born in New York and active in Tokyo since 2017, Masaki is a Japanese American whose perspective allows the world of "ALONGU Akashi Rongo" to be expressed in a borderless, international way.

The ALONGU Akashi Rongo series aims to redefine the image of porcelain products as having a uniform finish. To allow customers to enjoy the unique personality and subtle variations of the material, the series is intentionally crafted with glazes and finishes that offer a wide range of expressions.

About ALONGU Akashi Rongo Quality Control Standards

While we only sell products that have passed the manufacturer's inspection, please be aware of the following product characteristics:

• "Yakishime" products are fired at high temperatures without glaze, so individual differences in black spots and color may occur on the surface due to firing conditions such as weather. Additionally, if left for a long time after use, oil stains may appear.
• The rim of "Fuchisabi" products is treated with an iron-based glaze, so individual differences in color may occur due to firing conditions such as weather.
• "Seiji" products may exhibit glaze pooling depending on the glazing process, and individual differences in color may occur due to firing conditions such as weather.
• "Tenmoku" products use a delicate glaze created by crystalline components, so individual differences in color may occur due to firing conditions such as weather.
• Due to the active use of glazes with rich expressions, vessels with small spots or unevenness are considered good quality.
• For any other concerns, please contact us.

ALONGU Soup Bowl 12cm

We named our brand "ALONGU" as we enjoy the current state of Japanese cuisine, where diverse nationalities and regional characteristics coexist, and we seek the form of tableware that foreshadows the future of Japanese cuisine. By intentionally adding "U" to "ALONG" to express it like a Japanese romanization, and combining it with the kanji "明論具", we convey that it is a vessel that embraces the diverse contemporary meals where nationalities intersect, while also being tableware made in Japan.

The designer is Jin Kuramoto, a product designer known for HAY's "KNIT," arflex Japan's "JK," and home appliances such as audio-technica's wireless earphones. This is Kuramoto's first time designing tableware among his numerous works. The art direction is handled by graphic designer Rei Masaki. Through the perspective of Masaki, a Japanese-American who grew up in New York and has been active in Tokyo since 2017, the world of "ALONGU" is expressed in a borderless way, transcending nationalities.

Made from jujube wood, each piece is turned and carved by a skilled craftsman. Wood naturally has patterns such as "knots" and "medullary rays" that occur as the tree grows. Wood with beautiful grain is finished with a clear coat, while wood with noticeable individual differences in patterns is painted with color to minimize wood waste during production.

About ALONGU Quality Control Standards

While we only sell products that have passed manufacturer inspections, please be aware of the following product characteristics:

• Due to the use of natural wood, there will be individual differences in grain.
• Due to the use of natural wood, there will be individual differences in color.
• If you have any other concerns, please contact us.

ALONGU ALONGU 25cm Plate

The brand name "ALONGU" was chosen to reflect our desire to enjoy the current state of Japanese cuisine, which is a mix of various nationalities and regional characteristics, and to seek out tableware that heralds the future of Japanese cuisine. By intentionally adding "U" to "ALONG" to express it like a Romanized Japanese word, and combining it with the kanji "明論具", the brand name signifies that while the tableware accommodates the diverse, international dining of today, it is also made in Japan.

The designer is Jin Kuramoto, a product designer known for his work on HAY's "KNIT," arflex Japan's "JK," and home appliances such as audio-technica's wireless earphones. This is Kuramoto's first venture into tableware among his many product designs. The art direction is handled by graphic designer Rei Masaki. Growing up in New York and working in Tokyo since 2017, Masaki is a Japanese American whose perspective allows the world of "ALONGU" to be expressed in a borderless way that transcends nationalities.

The ALONGU series aims to redefine the perception of ceramic products as having a uniform finish. We intentionally pursue finishes, such as glazes with a wide range of expression, to allow you to enjoy the unique characteristics and subtle variations in the material's appearance.

ALONGU Inspection Standards

While we only sell products that have passed the manufacturer's inspection, please be aware of the following product characteristics:

• "Yakishime" products are fired at high temperatures without glaze, so individual differences in black spots and color may occur on the surface depending on the weather conditions during firing. Also, if left for a long time after use, oil stains may appear.
• The rim of "Fuchisabi" products is coated with an iron-based glaze, so individual differences in color may occur depending on the weather conditions during firing.
• "Seiji" products may have glaze pools due to the application of the glaze, and individual differences in color may occur depending on the weather conditions during firing.
• "Tenmoku" products use a delicate glaze that produces crystalline components, so individual differences in color may occur depending on the weather conditions during firing.
• Because we actively use glazes with rich expressions, even tableware with small dots or unevenness are considered good products.
• For any other concerns, please contact us.