"Toyama-based ceramic artist Gaku Shakunaga Ceramic Exhibition in Hamamatsu": An event connecting artists from Toyama and Hamamatsu.

A licensed architect residing in Shikatani, Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture.Moriyasu HaseIn the warm, inviting space created by Mr.
Attracting attention from famous chefs around the world, last yearThe Wonder 500It was also selected as "
A ceramic artist from Toyama.Mt. SukunagaWe will be exhibiting Mr./Ms. [Name]'s pottery.
「Takeshi Shakunaga Ceramic Art Exhibition in Hamamatsu"of2015/11/28 (Sat), 29 (Sun)The event was held over two days!

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Hase Moriyasu Architectural Planning
http://www.hase-a.com/

The event venue is,Hase Moriyasu Architectural PlanningCompany establishment15th anniversary、
They also built a new office and home.Five full yearsTo commemorate this milestone,
Moriyasu HaseThank you for opening up your new office/home to us.
The agency received nearly 50 points.Mt. SukunagaWe exhibited our artwork and offered it for sale with free admission!

At the office entrance,Mt. SukunagaThe exhibition features objects and vessels.
During his university years, he was drawn to the allure of three-dimensional art and studied sculpture, aiming to become a sculptor.Mt. SukunagaMr.
Currently, in addition to making pottery, he is also diligently working on creating three-dimensional objects.
It's now on display in top-class hotels!

Moriyasu HaseWe have prepared 20 seats in the living and dining area of Mr./Ms. [Name]'s home.
Mt. SukunagaThe exhibition of the vessels, and,Gaku Kanaga ×Kappo Bento Ichi×MasuizumiThe dinner party will be held in two sessions, lunch and dinner.
In this warm and inviting space created by the natural wood of Tenryu cedar,
Warm natural light streams in gently, creating a comfortable and inviting space.

2014に90th anniversary of foundingThe renowned Japanese restaurant "Kappo Bento IchiThe third-generation owner of "[restaurant name]"Junichi SuzukiMr.
You handle many pieces of pottery that are considered masterpieces,
Mt. SukunagaThis is apparently the first time they've used such simple, unpatterned tableware.
We tooMt. SukunagaI first encountered Mr. [Name]'s pottery,
Toyama'sRiver Retreat GarakuFrench restaurant insideL'évo (Levo)This was the first time,
This will be our first attempt at pairing it with Japanese-style cuisine.
However, Toyama's famous sake isMasuizumiIf we were to collaborate with them,
As expected, in Hamamatsu,Kappo Bento Ichi"ofJunichi SuzukiThere is no one else but you.

Everyone who participated in the daytime session arrived a little earlier than the start time.
It seems everyone enjoyed the tableware!

Everyone who actually holds the vessel in their hands is overwhelmed and surprised by its lightness, delicacy, and the presence it possesses.
「It looks so much better in person than in the photos!Everyone said the same thing in unison! (So happy!)

The daytime session was a huge success, with more than 20 people attending, exceeding our capacity! (We are so grateful!)

OrganizerMoriyasu HaseWe received opening remarks from Mr. [Name], and then we were joined by a ceramic artist invited from Toyama.Mt. SukunagaDiscussing with [Name]!
HaseIt seems that Mr. [Name] had been considering a collaboration between his architecture and ceramics for some time,
She was muttering that she just couldn't find a dish that she really liked.
So weladeLast year2015I metMt. SukunagaThe opportunity arose when I introduced their work,
「With this vessel, I would definitely love it!They kindly offered to help, which led to the creation of this event!

「Takeshi Shakunaga x Kappo Ben Ichi x MasuizumiIn organizing a dinner party for "[ ]",
Normally, they are only open at night.Kappo Bento IchiThe third-generation owner of "[restaurant name]"Junichi SuzukiMr.
Thanks to the catering service provided by the staff, the event was a wonderful success!

Kappo Ben Ichi "Homemade Pickles"
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Takeshi Shakunaga "Black Glazed Large Plate"

Kappo Bento Ichi's "Dashimaki Tamago" (Japanese rolled omelet with dashi broth)
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Gaku Kanaga “Tree-ring platter”

「Kappo Bento IchiIn ", Iwase'sMasuda Sake Brewery"by"MasuizumiThey also handle "",
The first tank of this season has been bottled as unpasteurized sake, and will be a limited-quantity new sake.Masuizumi Unpasteurized Sake, First Press"teeth,
Every year,Masuda Sake Brewery"twist"Kappo Bento IchiThis is an extremely precious raw spirit that will be presented to "[name of recipient]".
To commemorate this eventJunichi SuzukiFrom Mr.
「This is a special, commemorative brew, so please be sure to try it!"They kindly provided it to us,
The toast for the daytime session was "Masuizumi Unpasteurized Sake, First PressI was able to do it! (Thank you)
A rich, vibrant aroma and fruity fragrance, and a full-bodied, mature flavor reminiscent of fruit.
It's a well-balanced and appealing bottle!

this time,"Takeshi Shakunaga x Kappo Ben Ichi x MasuizumiThe sake we prepared for the dinner party was
The gift I receivedMasuizumi Unpasteurized Sake, First PressExcept for the item marked with "[ ]", I went to Toyama to purchase everything myself.
①Masuizumi Genshu (Undiluted Sake)", ②"Masuizumi Junmai Ginjo Hiyaoroshi, ③ "Masuizumi Junmai, ④ "Masuizumi KijoshuWe will serve them in the following order:

「Masuda Sake BreweryI bought two types of limited-edition sake there.
Limited time offerMasuizumi Junmai Ginjo HiyaoroshiOne 720ml bottle costs 1,944 yen.
After being roasted and left to mature throughout the summer, it develops a well-balanced, mellow flavor, a pleasant aroma, and a beautiful finish.
This is,Kappo Bento Ichi"of"Dashi-maki Tamago (Japanese rolled omelet)Please enjoy it in conjunction with the following.

Masuizumi's first KijoshuMasuizumi Kijoshu500ml bottle, 2,376 yen
While regular sake is brewed with rice, rice koji, and water, Kijoshu is a type of sake brewed with sake instead of water.
A rich and flavorful sake made with ancient rice.
It comes in an Italian-made bottle, making it a great choice even for women who don't usually like sake!
It has a rich sweetness, yet the aftertaste is refreshing and offers a refined umami flavor.
This is a photo from when I went apple picking in Nagano Prefecture.Freshly picked applesPlease enjoy it in conjunction with the following.

「Tajiri Main Store (liquor merchant)In this context, the owner considers the balance between the food and the budget.Yuiji InushimaI consulted with [Name] and made the purchase.
Limited edition product available at only a few stores in Toyama PrefectureMasuizumi Genshu (Undiluted Sake)One 720ml bottle costs 1,620 yen.
The freshly pressed, slightly cloudy sake is allowed to settle, then pasteurized and aged. As it is still in its undiluted form, the alcohol content is relatively high at 19%.
It has just the right amount of umami, a clean finish, and is incredibly satisfying to drink. This is a sake that sake lovers should definitely enjoy.
This is,Kappo Bento Ichi"of"Homemade karasumi (cured mullet roe)Please enjoy it in conjunction with the following.

Masuizumi's standard junmai sake "Masuizumi Junmai"One 1.8L bottle: 2,700 yen"
This is a standard Junmai sake from Masuizumi, which brings out the richness and body characteristic of Junmai sake.
The sake-brewing rice varieties Yamada Nishiki and Gohyakumangoku are polished to 60%.
It is carefully brewed without carbon filtration, preserving the inherent flavor and aroma of the sake.
It has the richness and umami characteristic of pure rice sake, and the finish has a broad and substantial flavor.
Its well-balanced flavor develops a rich taste that intensifies with every sip.
This is,Kappo Bento IchiPlease enjoy this during your meal♪

「Kappo Bento IchiThe third-generation owner of "[restaurant name]"Junichi SuzukiMr.MasuizumiA passion for "that" that can be felt,
His eloquent presentation was simply breathtaking.
also,SuzukiAsking [Name] was the right decision!
「Kappo Bento IchiIn sales at "", alwaysSuzukiMr. [Name]'s carefully selected, high-quality sake, wine, and shochu, etc.
Since you can enjoy premium alcoholic beverages, it makes delicious food even more enjoyable, so I highly recommend it!

Mt. SukunagaMr. went to each of your tables to greet you,
We enjoyed a valuable time together, sharing drinks and engaging in various discussions.

After finishing the daytime session, we immediately begin preparing for the evening session.
As the sun begins to set and the beautiful sky prepares for nightfall, we welcome our guests.

Everyone who participated in the evening session also enjoyed using the pottery after checking in!

The evening session was also a great success, with the maximum number of attendees filling the venue! (We are so grateful!)

As expected, the drinks were served faster in the evening session than in the daytime session, and it seemed like everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves!

The evening session is:Kappo Bento IchiThe third-generation owner of "[restaurant name]"Junichi SuzukiMr./Ms. [Name] has gone home for work.
Toyama'sMasuizumiA ceramic artist who knows everything about "Mt. SukunagaWe had a presentation from [Name]!
「I'm just a drinker, though... (laughs)" he prefaced,
「Masuda Sake BreweryHis heartfelt narration, delivered with the love only a local who lives in the same Iwase area could provide, was truly wonderful!
This timeTakeshi Shakunaga x Kappo Ben Ichi x MasuizumiAt the dinner party,
Mt. SukunagaOne of his works isA cup for drinking too muchWe prepared one for everyone.
Everyone was able to experience how pleasant it was to drink.
A ceramic artist who loves sake very much,To enjoy sake to the fullestCreatedthin flat cup"teeth,
When sake is poured into it, it has a delicate quality that makes it almost transparent.
And it glides smoothly into your mouth, boasting a pleasantly light texture that makes you want to drink too much.
「thin flat cup" and glass-shapedthin cup" was also the most popular piece at the event♪

Kappo Ben Ichi "Homemade Pickles"
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Takeshi Shakunaga, "Large Black Glazed Plate"

Kappo Bento Ichi's "Dashimaki Tamago" (Japanese rolled omelet with dashi broth)
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Gaku Kanaga “Tree-ring platter”

Having successfully completed Saturday's dinner party,2016/11/29 (Sun)This item will be available for display and sale only.
Ceramic artistMt. SukunagaDue to his busy schedule, he was scheduled to return to Toyama early Sunday morning.
OrganizerMoriyasu HaseWe took a commemorative photo with [Name of person/organizer] and ourselves, the planning and execution committee!
Thank you so much for coming all the way from Toyama!

Sunday,Mt. SukunagaAlthough Mr./Ms. was absent,
We are incredibly grateful to the more than 80 customers who attended, making the event a huge success!

Many visitors came from outside the prefecture, mainly from Hamamatsu.
Among them,Restaurant owners who came all the way from Atami and Nagoya were also there!
Of course, many people from restaurants and the food and beverage industry in Hamamatsu also came to the event!

Also,Mt. SukunagaA couple who have known Mr./Ms.'s father for a long time said:
There were some surprising encounters, such as people who happened to see the event flyer and rushed over, and I truly felt thatConnectionThat's how I felt!
At this event, many peopleMt. SukunagaI got to experience the brilliance of your work firsthand.
I think you were able to experience it firsthand♪

Thank you for providing the venue for this event.Moriyasu HaseThank you to Kappo Ben Ichi for providing the meal.Junichi SuzukiMr. Miss,
And the ceramic artist who came all the way from ToyamaMt. SukunagaI would like to express my sincere gratitude to everyone who cooperated in holding this event.

Thank you so much to everyone who came!

Mt. Sukunaga
http://gaku-shakunaga.com/

Kappo Bento Ichi
http://www.benichi.co.jp/

Masuizumi
http://www.masuizumi.co.jp/

Hase Moriyasu Architectural Planning
http://www.hase-a.com/