3 imagesTobe Ware Baizangama Round Milk Mug
丸ミルクカップ 唐草 砥部焼 梅山窯 マグカップ
arabesque pattern梅山窯
5.0 / 8 reviews
Tobe ware
Japanese name砥部焼
In Ehime’s Tobe Town, shared clay-body work, glazes, plaster molds, and ceramic stone work support a kiln community whose porcelain stays close to daily tableware and living vessels.
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3 imagesBaizangama Tobe Ware 4.6-sun Rimmed Round Plate Set
丸皿5点セット 砥部焼 梅山窯 4.6寸切立丸皿 取り皿 実用的 日常使い 毎日の食卓 食器 手作り 窯元より直送 贈答用 プレゼント 贈り物 人気の柄 電子レンジ使用可
5-piece set梅山窯
5.0 / 7 reviews
3 imagesTobe Ware Washo Kiln Ryusei Black Long Multipurpose Cup
砥部焼 おしゃれ 【フリーカップ ロング】 焼酎カップ ビアカップ モダン 白黒 竜青ブラック 窯元 和将窯 Washo-105
Long, approx. 250 ml砥部焼と愛媛の雑貨のお店ワパル
5.0 / 1 reviews
3 imagesTobe Ware Washo Kiln Etude Mug
砥部焼 マグカップ おしゃれ 「エチュードマグカップ」 コーヒーカップ コップ カップ ティーカップ 和モダン シンプル 手作り 電子レンジ対応 食洗機対応 350ml 来客用 プレゼント 結婚祝い 誕生日 ギフト 陶器 日本製 窯元 愛媛 伝統工芸 和将窯 Washo-108
350ml砥部焼と愛媛の雑貨のお店ワパル
4.9 / 15 reviews
3 imagesTobe Ware Chikuzan Kiln Bird Meoto Rice Bowl Pair
砥部焼 おしゃれ「夫婦茶碗 鳥」お茶碗 ペアセット ご飯茶碗 飯碗 めおと茶碗 ペア 結婚祝い ギフト プレゼント 両親 夫婦 母の日 父の日 敬老の日 結婚記念日 還暦祝い 内祝い 新築祝い 和食器 陶器 日本製 手作り 食洗機対応 電子レンジ対応 かわいい 竹山窯 chikuzan-201
large/small pair砥部焼と愛媛の雑貨のお店ワパル
4.6 / 18 reviews
3 imagesTobe Ware Washo Kiln Etude Free Cup
砥部焼 フリーカップ 「エチュードカップ」 カップ コップ タンブラー 湯呑み 和将窯 モノトーン 和モダン おしゃれ 手描き 電子レンジ対応 食洗機対応 窯元 ギフト 引出物 コーヒーカップ 愛媛 伝統工芸 和将窯 101
230ml砥部焼と愛媛の雑貨のお店ワパル
4.6 / 7 reviews
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| Listing | Price | Shop | Reviews | Open listing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Tobe Ware Baizangama Round Milk Mug arabesque patternLowest price | ¥2,090 | 梅山窯 | 5.0 / 8 reviews | View on Rakuten → |
Tobe Ware Washo Kiln Etude Free Cup 230mlGift-ready | ¥2,310 | 砥部焼と愛媛の雑貨のお店ワパル | 4.6 / 7 reviews | View on Rakuten → |
Tobe Ware Washo Kiln Ryusei Black Long Multipurpose Cup Long, approx. 250 ml | ¥3,410 | 砥部焼と愛媛の雑貨のお店ワパル | 5.0 / 1 reviews | View on Rakuten → |
Tobe Ware Chikuzan Kiln Bird Meoto Rice Bowl Pair large/small pairMost reviewedGift-ready | ¥4,400 | 砥部焼と愛媛の雑貨のお店ワパル | 4.6 / 18 reviews | View on Rakuten → |
Tobe Ware Washo Kiln Etude Mug 350mlGift-ready | ¥4,510 | 砥部焼と愛媛の雑貨のお店ワパル | 4.9 / 15 reviews | View on Rakuten → |
Baizangama Tobe Ware 4.6-sun Rimmed Round Plate Set 5-piece setGift-ready | ¥6,600 | 梅山窯 | 5.0 / 7 reviews | View on Rakuten → |
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Tobe Ware Around Onan: Clay, Kilns, and Daily Dishes
Tobe ware begins with a place name: Tobe Town in Iyo District, Ehime. The Tobe-yaki Cooperative is based at Onan 604, and the Tobe Ware Traditional Industry Hall stands in the same area. Read together, the kiln introductions, member regions, and hall displays show Tobe ware as a regional ceramic family rather than the name of one kiln. Its practical outline is concrete: shared clay body, glaze, plaster molds, ceramic materials, and handmade vessels meant for daily use.
Compiled from public records and official sources; see the recognition links below. Details may change over time.
Recognition & registration
Where this product is officially registered, designated, or recognized in Japan.
Traditional craft
Designated a Traditional Craft (dentō kōgeihin) by Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.
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FAQ
What is Tobe ware called in Japanese?
It is written as 砥部焼 in Japanese. Search Rakuten and other Japanese sites with that spelling — the English name will not bring up the listings.
What is Tobe ware?
Tobe ware is a ceramic and porcelain tradition centered on Tobe Town in Iyo District, Ehime. The Tobe-yaki Cooperative, based in Onan, groups makers from Tobe, Matsuyama, Toon, Iyo, and Masaki around shared clay, glaze, mold, and ceramic-stone work. Tobe Town describes the porcelain as having about 250 years of history. The town's Traditional Industry Hall, also in Onan, displays older, preserved, and contemporary pieces from around 80 kilns.
What makes Tobe ware distinct, and why is it a Ehime specialty?
The Tobe-yaki Cooperative lists 72 pottery member businesses within its five-area network. Shared production at the cooperative includes ceramic stone mining, clay-body production, glaze, plaster molds, and joint purchasing of materials. Cooperative members hand-make each piece individually, producing everyday tableware and living vessels. Tobe Town records craft and cultural-property designations for Tobe ware in 1976 and 2005.
How is Tobe ware used or eaten?
Members make dishes intended for casual, everyday use. The pieces also serve as vessels meant to enrich everyday living spaces. The Traditional Industry Hall waives its fee for school learning activities, alongside its display of historical materials, valuable ceramics, and contemporary works.
Does Tobe ware need anything before first use?
Porous earthenware is usually given a "medome" treatment first — simmer it gently in rice-rinsing water (or water with a little flour), then cool, rinse, and air-dry. This reduces staining and odour absorption. Porcelain normally just needs a wash. Follow the listing where it says otherwise.
Is Tobe ware dishwasher- and microwave-safe?
Handmade earthenware, pieces with gold or silver overglaze, and lacquerware generally should not go in a dishwasher, microwave, or heated drying cabinet; heat-resistant porcelain usually can. Check the Rakuten listing for the specific piece.
Is Tobe ware a good gift or something to take home?
Most options are shelf-stable, boxed, and travel well, so they suit gifting or bringing home. Confirm the final storage and delivery terms on the Rakuten listing.
Where can I buy Tobe ware?
On Rakuten: the shops listed here right now are 梅山窯, 砥部焼と愛媛の雑貨のお店ワパル. We don't sell directly; purchase, payment, stock, and delivery are all handled on the Rakuten product page.