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Ryosuke Ando adds a modern touch to the traditional Seto Yaki and Ginsai craftwork.

Once taken into your own hands, you will be able to imagine how to use these dishes.

The regular, as well as irregular, patterns in the design will change with use and add even more character to each piece.

At ryosuke ando ceramics, we explore the possibilities of creating from a mold and experiment with creativity.
Most of our designs are based off of natural things and phenomena.

The advantage of using a mold is the ability to create complex shapes.
And the more shapes are formed, the more beautiful the continuity.

Once a shape is formed, distorting it or chipping away parts creates subtle and alluring differences.
I add my own touches to create harmony with the natural and complicated grains of the wood.
I aim to create products that have an immaculate and beautiful presence that gives beholders a special sensation.

Ryosuke Ando's Profile

1980	Born in Aichi Prefecture
2006	Graduated from the Aichi University of the Arts, Department of Design and Craft
2012	Completed course at Aichi Prefectural Seto Pottery Senior High School
2014	Awarded in the Ceramic Design Division at the 10th International Ceramics Competition in Mino, Japan
2014	Awarded the Choza Gold Medal in the "Kurashi No Yakimono Exhibit" in the 43rd Choza Tokoname Togei Exhibit
2014	Awarded in the ITAMI International Craft Exhibition "Shuki, Shuhaidai" Division
2014	Awarded the Etsuko Asai Judge's Special Award in the Meshiwan Grand Prix Exhibition

Ryosuke Ando adds a modern touch to the traditional Seto Yaki and Ginsai craftwork.
Once taken into your own hands, you will be able to imagine how to use these dishes.
The regular, as well as irregular, patterns in the design will change with use and add even more character to each piece.
The designs suit not only domestic users' needs but also can adapt to the lifestyles of those across the sea.

Handling Instructions

Precautions for when handling Ginsai dishes:
Avoid using bleach, as it may stain the dish permanently.
Dishes cannot be used in the microwave.
Discoloring may occur when foods with large quantities of vinegar or high-temperature foods such as freshly fried items are placed directly on the dish.す

In addition, the color will darken over time due to sulfurizing.
Frequent use wil(and periodic cleaning) l prevent changes in color. Use a soft sponge to wash dishes.

The darkened color can be removed through the following steps.

Care and cleaning of Ginsai dishes:

Create a paste by mixing baking soda with water. Gently polish the darkened areas with this paste to restore its original shine.
(This is how Ryosuke Ando cleans his dishes.)
*Those with sensitive skin should wear rubber gloves.