Sho Fu Kai Hanaire Exhibit: An Exhibit of Traditional Tea Ceremony Flower Vases

10/28/2017

For the last few years, a group of potters from the Hawaii Potters Guild have met on Friday afternoons with Sachiko Furuya to learn more about the Japanese tea ceremony. Besides learning the philosophy behind it and how it is conducted, participants learn how to make the different "utensils" that are used. The group is putting on a special exhibit of traditional tea ceremony flower vases (hanaire) at the central location for the Hawaii Public Library in downtown Honolulu. Not every potter in the group participated, but the ones who did were required to write up a piece about their pots and that was included in the boards that accompany the exhibit. The exhibit is up through October 31.

Here is a list of the participants:
Sachiko Furuya, Sensei (Shofu)
Roy K. Yamashiro (Roy)
Masako Kiwada (Gafu)
Marie Y. Kodama (Bifu)
Ryuko Kokuzo (Ryusetsu)

3 Comments

Rhonda Sali

11/24/2017 12:56:40 pm

Aloha,
I’m wondering if you have some kind of informational fact sheet on your Sho Fu Kai displays at the library. We came here to Kapolei library to view your display as part of my nephew’s Japanese class project. We asked the librarian for a flier but he said they had none. He had to take pictures next to your exhibit to prove he visited your exhibit and complete a write up. In addition, he had to submit an exhibit paper on the display. Would you know where we could get one?
The ceramics are beautiful! The displays are tastefully done.
Thank you for your time.
Mahalo,
Rhonda Saki

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5/11/2023 06:54:20 am

Thank you for sharing the information about the Sho-Fu-Kai Hanaire Exhibit on your blog. It's wonderful to hear about an exhibition dedicated to traditional tea ceremony flower vases. As an admirer of Japanese culture and art, this exhibit sounds truly captivating.

The art of flower arrangement, known as ikebana, holds a special place in Japanese aesthetics, and the hanaire, or flower vases, play a crucial role in enhancing the beauty of the arrangements. They are designed to complement the flowers and foliage while also harmonizing with the overall atmosphere of the tea ceremony.

I appreciate the effort put into organizing an exhibit that showcases these traditional tea ceremony flower vases. It provides an opportunity for visitors to appreciate the intricate craftsmanship and attention to detail that goes into creating these vessels. Exploring the various styles, shapes, and glazes of the hanaire would undoubtedly be a delightful experience.

For those who are interested in Japanese tea ceremonies or simply have an appreciation for ceramics, this exhibition would be an enriching experience. It allows visitors to delve deeper into the world of Japanese aesthetics and gain a greater understanding of the cultural significance behind the tea ceremony and its associated art forms.

I would like to commend you for your dedication to promoting and preserving traditional Japanese pottery. Exhibitions like these play a vital role in preserving cultural heritage and ensuring that future generations can continue to appreciate and learn from these art forms.

Once again, thank you for sharing the details of the Sho-Fu-Kai Hanaire Exhibit. I hope it receives the attention it deserves, and many people have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the beauty and elegance of traditional tea ceremony flower vases.

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5/17/2023 01:32:13 am

Thank you for sharing the information about the "Sho-Fu-Kai Hanaire Exhibit." It sounds like a captivating showcase of traditional tea ceremony flower vases. The artistry and cultural significance behind these vases are truly fascinating. I appreciate your efforts in promoting and preserving such traditional art forms. Wishing you a successful and enlightening exhibition.

Sho Fu Kai Hanaire Exhibit: An Exhibit of Traditional Tea Ceremony Flower Vases

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