NAGINOWA Black Gold Two Horns BANKO Ware Japanese Bonsai Pot 4.78 in.

A small bonsai pot wrapped in deep black and touched with graceful gold accents.
Its round, gentle silhouette feels almost endearingespecially with the little protruding shapes along the sides, as if tiny creatures were lifting their arms in a joyful stretch.

Although black pottery often carries a bold, striking presence, this petite, palm-sized piece softens that impression.
Its size gives the dark tones a calm, tender quality, making the pot feel both elegant and quietly charming.

Since each item is individually handmade, there may be differences in appearance and feel from product to product. Please understand this beforehand.

This is Banko-yaki. Banko-yaki is a type of pottery produced mainly in Yokkaichi City, Mie Prefecture. It originated in the middle of the Edo period (1603-1868) and was named after the wish that the work would remain forever. “Ban” means “everything.” “Ko” means “months and days gone by.” In addition to bonsai pots, it is also resistant to fire, such as kyusu (teapots) and earthenware pots.