A pongee bowl with black decorative clay applied to the soft earthiness of pottery. The white swirl pattern is water-repellent to bring out the gentle earthy color, and the contrast with the black lotion is modern. The easy-to-use shallow type is recommended for cold noodles such as soba noodles and cold noodles. ■ Suzuki Toen Shimoishi, Toki City It is a kiln that has been diligently baking pottery for two generations of parents and children. The warm, pale earth-colored fabric is subjected to a wide variety of techniques and handicrafts such as kohiki, black jugusa, Mishima, and painting. The vessels, which are carefully manufactured one by one, are full of warmth.