Handmade Pottery to Savor the Moments
I make nature-inspired pottery in New York City. Rooted in the Japanese tradition, my functional ceramics are meant to be used, bringing comfort and joy to what comprises your life: your everyday.
First Snow Matcha Bowl [SOLD]
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Mineral Springs Mug [SOLD]
Coastal Mist Bowl [SOLD]
Hi, I’m Yu.
And I obsess over pottery at Morino Studios. I’m happy you’re here!
When I was growing up in a semi-rural town in Japan, though we weren’t affluent by any means, beautiful, functional ceramics were a part of our everyday lives. Some were rustic, while others leaned more refined; yet others would bring a smile to your face with their playfulness. As was custom, I had “my” teacup and “my” rice bowl (along with “my” chopsticks) that I used for every meal.
Even after living in the US for 20+ years, I’m still drawn to everyday pottery that feels personal. I hope you’ll find one that feels like “yours” here.
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November and December are jam-packed with holiday markets in NYC. For me, the fun of holiday markets is finding and connecting with artists and artisans who made the pieces I might pick up as gifts. These seven holiday markets in Manhattan, Brooklyn and queens are more chill to browse through than the better-known Bryant Park Winter Village or Union Square Holiday Market, and feature some cool artists, including ceramic makers.
A style of handleless tea cups from Japan, yunomi is a versatile daily use tea cup that can bring a comforting constant to your daily life. Here are a few pointers for choosing the right yunomi for your favorite drink.
I’m lucky to live in a city with a good number of independent stores that specialize in Japanese ceramics, from everyday tableware to one-of-a-kind sculptural pieces. Here are my six favorites, plus a few honorable mentions. All in Manhattan - a Brooklyn list coming soon.