Carving Techniques: "Kanna"

The skillful technique callled 'Kanna-bori' is used to carve elegant patterns called ‘Shinogi’ on the surface of the clay before firing. The artist engraves the surface with a tool called a ‘Kanna’ and carefully applies a glaze before firing it in the kiln. The shading created by the patterns on the white porcelain results in objects with dazzlingly unique beauty.