{"product_id":"kobei-kiln-kob22","title":"KOBEI Kiln 2026 222nd Anniversary Cat Plate \/ 幸兵衛窯 2026 222周年記念プレート「ねこづくし」","description":"\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1804 in Tajimi City, Gifu Prefecture, Kobei Kiln (幸兵衛窯) has long played a vital role in preserving the Mino ware tradition and once served as an official supplier to Edo Castle. Now led by the eighth-generation Kato Ryotaro (加藤亮太郎), the kiln has earned global acclaim—including recognition as a Living National Treasure—for its exceptional craftsmanship and revival of ancient techniques. The kiln continues to shape future artisans—each piece is handcrafted and hand-painted under the potter’s supervision, carrying the spirit of generations past while allowing for individual expression. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe had the honour of visiting their kiln and museum and were deeply moved by the generational dedication behind their work over the centuries. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout this plate \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated to mark KOBEI Kiln’s 222nd anniversary in 2026, this special commemorative plate is filled with an affectionate gathering of cats, inspired by the playful Japanese reading of 222 as “nyan nyan nyan(にゃんにゃんにゃん).” Each cat is drawn with its own expression and posture, and together they quietly form the shape of a cat’s face — a charming detail that makes this piece especially delightful to return to again and again. The surrounding gold matatabi motif adds a celebratory touch, bringing warmth, playfulness, and a sense of occasion to the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth decorative and meaningful, this is a plate made to be enjoyed as a display piece through the year. With its auspicious cat motif and joyful composition, it feels like a small invitation to welcome good fortune into the home — much like a maneki-neko, but expressed through KOBEI Kiln’s lively and unmistakably distinctive style. KOBEI Kiln was founded in 1804 in Tajimi, Gifu, and 2026 marks the kiln’s 222nd anniversary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eAs the whole piece is handmade in Japan, slight irregularities in size, glaze, colour and texture might occur and reflect the nature of the artisan product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e■What's included? One (1) Plate and One (1) Plate Stand in a gift box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e■ Made In Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e■ Size: 22cm (Diameter), x 3cm (Height)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e■ Material: Pottery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kobei Kiln","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53678133575985,"sku":"KOB22","price":138.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0486\/0366\/0445\/files\/KOBEIKilnYear222AnniversaryPlate-OsaraCraftedInJapan_5.jpg?v=1775701163","url":"https:\/\/osara.com.au\/products\/kobei-kiln-kob22","provider":"Osara Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}