Rahou -Kinsai-

Kazuya’s Rahou series. Through his distinctive rahou (螺法) spiraling technique, Kazuya takes advantage of the spinning potter’s wheel to impart a sense of grace and power to his Bizen Art pieces. The striking metallic red is called Kinsai (金彩) in Bizen Art. Kinsai coloring is difficult to achieve in that it arises only through the rapid cooling of a piece in a smoky environment. The artistic use of Kinsai coloring to flow with and against the spiraling design adds to the piece’s dynamism.  Kazuya’s masterful forming technique can be seen in the sudden yet harmonious transition from the spiraling texture of the body to the smooth neck and lip.