Handmade Bonsai Pot by Shuho (Hidemi Kataoka)
This handmade round bonsai pot was made at Yoshimura Toen in Tokoname by Shuho (Hidemi Kataoka), 5th generation. I visited the kiln in November 2025 and hand-selected pots directly from what was available on site, not from a catalog.
This piece has a broad flared silhouette and a truly unusual multicolor glaze that immediately stands out. The surface blends soft pink, lavender-blue, yellow-green, and muted violet tones in a finely mottled pattern that feels playful, atmospheric, and very handmade. It is a pot with personality, but still grounded by a classic round form and elegant rolled rim.
- Condition note: This pot is new.
- Style: Round flared form with a wide rolled rim and balanced taper.
- Feet: Decorative sculpted feet with a more ornate handmade character.
- Exterior: Multicolor glaze with pink, lavender-blue, yellow-green, and violet variation throughout.
- Interior: Unglazed interior with one main drainage hole and four wire holes.
Dimensions:
- Outside: 7.5” x 2.75”
- Inside: 6.5” x 2.25”
Photo Note: Listing photos were taken in natural light. Glaze tone may appear slightly different depending on screen settings and lighting conditions.
Shipping Info: This pot will be carefully packed and fully insured for safe transit.
Meet the Artist
Shuho, also known as Hidemi Kataoka, is a 5th-generation potter working at Yoshimura Toen in Tokoname, Japan. His family kiln is respected for its long pottery tradition and for producing bonsai containers that balance function, craftsmanship, and understated beauty. Visiting the kiln in person gave me the opportunity to select pieces that felt special in hand, each one carrying the character of the workshop and the region.
