Tokoname Master Craftsman - Hokujo (Genji Shimizu) 伝統工芸士 清水源二
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- čas přidán 19. 01. 2013
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Genji Shimizu
(artist name Hokujoh)
Full member of the Japan Arts Crafts Association
Master of traditional Crafts
www.tokoname.or.jp/teapot/make...
Translation from gorou some - thank you
He said
05:48 Is it interesting. next,I make a handle and spout
07:15 This is a handle.
10:02 next,top
12:05 Roughly good at this
12:08 I think it interesting if you look at the contents and cut
12:21 Basically good teapot is easy to hold,put out to the last tea,Good looks and light.
12:57 put out to the last tea
12:39 We are only tilt and tapping the teapot in order to serve tea to the last.
12:52 Finally themselves choose the teapot, in the color and shape of preference
13:02 Hey I'm sorry. Thank you.
13:23 It is made thin to make the light teapot
13:26 Since it becomes dented when you had a teapot, bottom and around shave spatula leaving a thickness.
13:33 Other places have left a trail of line that stretched clay. And I bake
13:43 Feeling is a feeling like touching the skin of people when using the teapot.
13:47 Teapot has a hard feel made by cutting the surface with a tool.
13:51 Teapot becomes soft feel when you thin by using the rotary table.
Translation from comicker9999 - thank you
I 'm a Japanese, I explain words that he said at the end.
"I gonna tell you how to choose Japanese tea pots(kyusu) of good quality.
First, being easy to hold it,and good appearance,and being easy to pour tea.
A color or form and the design depend on you." - Jak na to + styl
A man who works with his hands is a labourer.
A man who works with his hands and mind is a craftsman.
A man who works with his hands, mind and heart is an artist.
Sounded pretty good
❤
This video was one of the first videos I saw when I first got into ceramics. Watching him cut the pot in half at the end taught me something really valuable about mastering a craft. This man is happy to cut the pot in half because he is certain that he can make another in five minutes. It's not about making one perfect pot - it's about being able to make something perfect so easily that you can throw it away without a thought.
A year later... This comment is RIGHT on the money. I started carving spoons... 6 or 7 years ago... maybe longer... and to be honest, I've gotten to be pretty decently ok at it, through a ton of practice. That said, to this day, EVERY SINGLE TIME that I take a billet of green wood in one hand and my carving axe in the other, I wonder if I'll be able to end up with a decent spoon. And I've really only had a couple real failures, since I initially got the hang of it, but still... I wonder, every time. Being a master is not having to wonder.
His movements are so controlled and precise, yet totally relaxed. There is no hesitation or wasted hand motion, it's as if his creations were growing from the earth itself, merely guided gently by his loving touch. Truly an honor to watch.
Now we know what heihachi does in his free time :·)
In the good part of CZcams, again.
For sure 😊
Indeed.
And yet, CZcams is still recommending 'Russian Dash Cam' videos...Huh?
Reminded me of the movie ghost..😊😉.
Mesmerising, the designs are exquisite. 💜🌱
Just got to try and stay here.
12:15 you can a dude that loves it's craft when he was doing it for the past 40+ years and yet he smiles and is amused by every piece he produces
Hachem Weirdo thats so :(((
He's my hero. 😭🥰
That moment when the lid fitted perfectly. Wow!
I love the Japanese standard. The old craftsmen of all kinds aim for perfection in form and movement. Just brilliant to watch and appreciate.
*He sacrificed his very beautiful creation to give knowledge, & teach. What a beautiful act.* ♡♡♡
It took him less than six minutes to make and so you comment is ridiculous. To him that was not a sacrifice at all,especially as he made it with the intention of cutting it to show off his workmanship!
@@MrWeAllAreOne I guess you could do it in 5 minutes.
@@MrWeAllAreOne Time and effort doesnt define sacrifice.
Maximus overdramaticus! Ten points for Griffondor!
@@TomasuHachi Oh yes it does.
As a former turner I can say I remember the moves. Watching him make the parts. The body, the handle the spout, and last the lid. Each piece has to do the job it's made to do. Work and be beautiful too. His clay is very stiff, it's takes a strong hand and arm. That he could put the top on the teapot and then remove it says the clay is not saturated. He cut the wall to show the even thickness. Much enjoyment to watch thank you.
Spent a year trying to learn how to use a potters wheel. It was a humbling experience but left me grateful that I can at least do my shoelaces.
+Philip Jones
Did you go out and buy one? I've been looking at some online and admit to being appalled by the cost.
I took ceramics at my uni, three semesters. I make no claims about being a master potter, but it didn't take all that long to learn to use the wheel.
Maybe it was the type of wheel? Our studio had two types.
Philip Jones lololol. I've always wanted to try pottery. I've had enough humbling situations in this life. Think I'll wait for the next one to try this.
A year?... the hell, I had a pottery class in high school using a kick wheel. We had to kick the bottom wheel for the speed and apply pressure to it to slow it down. I agree that most struggle at first but a year, what were you doing?
Buddy, I can relate! That pottery stuff is really, really hard. Did you ever see bunraku? How can the guys who manipulate the dolls be so coordinated that you forget that there are people behind the marionettes? Amazing.
I also took a year’s worth of pottery classes. My work was called the “Fred Flintstone” collection, just to give you an idea of my ability. This guy is unbelievable.
how can someone dislike this wholesome content. look at that man´s face, so full of joy at his work, and so happy to help explain. bless him really, what a talent! :)
Angella Keushgerian every video has dislikes. No need to bother to even question it.
They probably had a heart attack when he cut the pot open in the end
dish and pottery manufacturing companies disliked this video...
@@crixxxxxxxxx Lincolnlobster was one of the dislikes...
@@webbit1518 Nah.
If I am not mistaken....this was also the master I met. Precision. Daily practice. Occasionally breaingk free to create art. But what art..! You stood there for half an hour at each one of his one-offs! The man is an absolute genius. Humble. Hidden from the world, making beauty like you have never seen...
I 'm a Japanese, I explain words that he said at the end.
"I gonna tell you how to choose Japanese tea pots(kyusu) of good quality.
First, being easy to hold it,and good appearance,and being easy to pour tea.
A color or form and the design depend on you."
+comicker9999 Thank you very much.
amazing!!!
(Bows humbly) Thank you for translating! As a student of ceramic art I find it fascinating to watch a master potter at work, and more intriguing to hear the master's advice. ありがとうございました.
Khalid, or "easy to pour". six of one ...
Thank you for translating!
honestly he might as well be performing magic cause he controls that clay like a god damn wizard
xazz I made porcelain pottery for nearly 30 years, yet watching that man work is like poetry. Beautiful!
-Cough- master -cough-
Especially how he knows exactly what the circumference of the lid would be. It fit the pot to perfection.
The last clay bender
Lmao !!! True
The Japanese are such masterful artists. They put so much emphasis on ensuring the highest possible quality
I am glad he showed how the bottom of the pot was thicker than the walls so we can all see how the pot is great for tea. It is one thing to make something. But another to know why it does what it does.
Not only is his craftsmanship amazing...I can't believe how he can sit in that position for so long. They would have to cut me off at the knees to get me back out of that position. LOL. Nice job sir.
Pike Evans My back would be aching, too!
Might be something about Japanese or asian genes in general. Just like they're squatting with their feet flat and not on their toes like most westerns.
Pike Evans They’ve been squatting since they were very,very young
I thought the same! I'd have to call a forklift to get me off the ground after that long. 😂
@@keepcalmsaltandburn LOL Me Too!!!
He works with his hands as if caressing a lover. This is amazing to watch, Japanese strive for perfection is very inspiring.
its just shows trure craftsmanship which extrends to anyone truly devoted to their craft
Gina LaFionda I think it also shows the pure love of working with nature (there's a word for that in Japanese, but I don't know it). The respect and love comes out in each piece made.
Pretentious douchey comment
You can attribute that a lot to the Shinto religion- not much for salvation but big on beauty!
I almost cried at the end! Bless his heart! This man must be the happiest man in the world, so peaceful, so humble, transcendant almost ! I hope people make more videos like this instead of the so called "satisfying videos" because this one makes me love the human race so much more!
This is really therapeutic. . . It's so satisfying just to watch. . . Anti stress, pure relax. . . No useless talks, no stupid music. . . Just art
I think I understand how everyone felt when he cut the pot to show the thickness of the walls. However he is a Master, what can be made once can be made again,
Right. He's probably made that pot so many times he could probably make it blindfolded. I can't imagine why anyone would dislike this video. This man has master skills.
Not really, he can make a virtually identical pot but that one as every other one is unique.
Seriously. It would take me days to make something like that. This guy cranked it out in 5 minutes. NBD for him.
I think we all just wish we had the one he cut (before he cut it) :)
... love the Japanese approach to craftsmanship, general artistry, and overall mastery. Immaculate.
That clay does EXACTLY what he wants. Practiced hands. Thanks for shooting and posting this.
hes one of the fabled clay benders
I am from this town and living in US. I have not been in my hometown for a long time due to the pandemic.
This video reminds me my home.. Thank you so much for uploading.
Whoever throws knows that you are seeing a master here . And the most obvious evidence of it , is not how perfectly even and thin the pot is when he cuts it in half , but somewhere else , as i learned in Japan.
Look at his clothes , not a single stain. THAT is how you recognize a master potter .
Morgan Olfursson
I know. I never thought it was possible to stay clean when throwing
I was amazed by his white socks.
Not even that, look how clean his hands are by the time he's done. I can't even make a small cup without getting slip all over my hands and arms.
Bill Cosby wants his sweater back.
@@Thealldaywalk lol me to.
The grandfather is a treasure....such beautiful work and patience.🌺
this man is a good teacher, demonstrates how to make it in the shape required, then breaks his creation to show what he actually did.
watching the process was so calming.....
Agreed. :)
I agree as well, no music, no dramatic angles,.......... Beautiful to watch,..........
There is no asmr stupid libtard moran
ASMR massage
I'm amazed that he sits on his knees while throwing on the wheel. Because he doesn't brace the back of his elbow like one would normally do when first centering the clay. The piece is beautiful! Its form is both functional and aesthetically pleasing! Thanks for sharing!
La bellezza, la passione, la pazienza e l'incanto che è stato fatto questo vaso, non ha prezzo! Meraviglioso.
ありがとうございました. Thank you very much. How strong and youthful his hands look!
The shaping of the lid was amazing.
I love watching these Japanese master potters. Pity their comments never get translated. I mean, just by watching them you learn a lot, but their remarks would certainly add some insightful information.
Thanks for putting this up.
+Neldidellavittoria
That was lovely, wasn't it?
+Neldidellavittoria Agree, we need a Japanese translator!
+John Doe I've just noticed there are written translations if you open the top section where the uploader writes. Not the best English but understandable.
Pity you yearn to learn from these Japanese masters but never even considered simply learning some Japanese. People need to realize not everything revolves around english speakers -- that's some serious sense of entitlement.
@@user-tz9jh6pv2j You may not have noticed that English is the new Latin. Two hundred years ago you'd have expected the explanations to be in Latin, which was the lingua franca for science and culture. Today, though, everything gets published in English.
Incidentally, it's the first time in my life I've been criticised for speaking only four languages. I usually get complimented on my mastery of English, but I've also learnt some French and fluent in Italian, apart of course from my mother tongue, Spanish. And I can understand or make educated guesses in Latin, but that comes from having read so much medieval history. I happen to know a few words or phrases in Japanese and can produce a rudimentary sentence or two, but learning enough of a language to follow a video like this one takes many years. Which you may know if you've studied a foreign language yourself.
Creo que estás meando fuera del tarro, amigo.
The Japanese craft is part of its millenary culture and is transferred from generation to generation, it is truly amazing as they do it with great passion and humility. Greetings from Nicaragua.
His immersion in and devotion to his craft evokes deep respect, both for him and his craft.
I could never sit in this position for longer than two minutes and I'm younger than him.
He's an inspiration to everyone.
Thank you so much.🤗❤️🥀
I love how this guy does this so much that he doesn't even need an apron anymore.
Bob Ross never needed an apron.
that's when you know you're in the presence of a true master
And white socks
@Paradox 210
You have also shit so much that you don’t need toilet paper anymore.
The first thing I noticed was that he was not wearing a smock, and had on nice clothes.
Very revealing how this Master doesn't bat an eyelid when he performs a wire-cross-section-cut, just after having completed the future teapot. Raku at work, once again. We have so many lessons to learn yet. My deepest respect.
musamor75
Huh? It was a 10 minute job and he’s showing us how it’s put it together.
Let’s not get too deep. He can make another 5 sets in an hour.
Raku has nothing to do with this video, though.
i know i will piss many people off,BUT .drinking a 6 pack a day ,and watching TV is not going to help achieve these results...first you have to love it,then over time great results will come..sorry but i had to say this.every body have a hidden talent ,find yours.i did.
@Pasquale Tartaglia - okay
The perfection of the lid to that pot actually startled me
It’s honestly an honor to watch master potters work. My teacher is one and it’s absolutely mesmerizing.
Omg. The cross section he takes at the end! What perfect walls. Everything fits perfectly. Absolutely beautiful. Mud in the hands of the master are the hallmark of civilization.
Appreciate your civilization comment.
Wow. The amount of water with the thinness of the wall is helpful; i assumed the thinner the wall the less water. A picture is worth a thousand words. Thank you.
I’m in my early eighties and, what pleasure it is to be learning the gifts of dedicated artisans, a joy to watch, Thank you.
As someone that threw on the wheel for years I can honestly appreciate how difficult it is to get the lower third of your cylinder egg-shell thin. What a master and gangster at his craft! I could watch him for hours...
Not a single smear of clay in the process is another huge feet.
I admire the enthusiasm that this man has for his work. I hope to feel the same way someday.
I always feel sleepy while watching this video. Its has a calming effect.
But love his craftsmanship. Truly a Master.
In complete awe of his skill and talent. This is the way a master makes something look as though its simple and approachable when it will take you on a long journey trying to replicate or reach the level of what we see him do here. I'm totally inspired by this. So glad I happened upon this as I am very new on my own journey into becoming a potter.
I know how skilled he is because i personally tried making pottery using this method and i tell you its very very hard, yet he makes it look very easy. All but respect.
Amazing Craftsman! Love how he showed how perfect the thickness was..that is great control..
i could watch this the whole day and never get bored...it's fascinating
He really throws wet.
His shapes are ancient. Love it.
By far one of the cleanest works of art I’ve seen made. This was a pleasure as well as a calming experience to watch!
I can understand people being shocked at the end, but they are forgetting, this is a 18 minute youtube video. This guy can make this pot any day of the week any time he wants, so scrapping one for demonstration purposes is literally nothing.
This guy is incredibly good at his craft. Much respect.
Im on month 4 of my venture into pottery making and this blows my mind. It's complete mastery...Seems like he doesn't follow any rigid rules and just lets the shape spring from the clay. Seriously amazing.
I really don't understand why people watch this and then 'dislike' what's to 'dislike' ? I am no potter but I see when a master is at work.
Just lovely to watch.
If I tried to kneel like that, my kneecaps would shoot across the room.
Funniest comment in weeks!
Lol lol 😆 me too
Lose weight.
hahaha me too
@@horacegentleman3296 You're just a bit insufferable, aren't you? Even westerners who are underweight would have trouble sitting in this position all day every day; it's a position you have to get your body used to over time.
Love it to see how the craftsman creates with a lot tension new things - it's like a meditation to watch it - I like it that there is no music playing - only the native sounds of the working master.
It took me years of working with ceramics to truly understand the magnitude of mastery this potter has archived ...
I would get cramp if I sat like that for just 3 minutes .Was a joy to watch.
Unbelievably impressive! I've been watching videos on how to make pottery because I want to start doing it at some point. I thought I had watched the best until I saw this video. It obfuscated all the others. Thank you for sharing!
That man has steadier hands that I do and I know i'm much younger than him. Amazing!
This is the most incredible pottery video I've ever seen. What control, no apron, no waste, ultimate control. A true master. Was sad he cut the piece at the end but you can see the skill in how refined the design is. So much admiration!
Watching this master of clay is not only soothing but also calming. Thank you sir.
If you've ever tried to throw a pot... you would understand how truly amazing this mans work is. 😍
Oh my god, he killed that beautiful pot! The thickness of the wall was perfect.
Such incredible artistry. I hated to see him cut into the pot but the delicacy of his technique became quite apparent. Just beautiful.
Amazing!!!! What a skill!!! Totally enjoyed watching the skill. This video is made 7 years ago. Hope Shimizu san is doing well, and hope to see his another videos!!!! Thank you so much.
A great time capsule of the art of hand made. Thank you for sharing the process of years of learning🎨
This represents perfection on so many levels!
The man with the MAGIC HANDS......
Pottery is such a Sensual Art...
To be able to use hands like that and just get lost in what artistry you are performing, that is truly a gift and desire to learn how. Thank you
It's amazing how he eyeballed the diameter of the lid. It was a perfect fit.
labor of love.
bless your hands.. and thank you for sharing.
I’m just amazed by how clean and neat he is! White socks, hands almost clean, just a few items he needs laid out on clean paper….nothing like the mess you see some potters, clay everywhere, hands covered as well as shoes and apron…don’t think this man even wore an apron! Just amazing, and beautiful bed results of his work..,so neat and with a classical tone ….beautiful! 💕👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Always so interesting to watch someone who has mastered their skill do their thing.
The way he takes the pot off the hump is truly impressive.
What an incredible artist. That was so inspiring.
Between this and the guy who remastered his 30 year old flip book, it makes me feel like I can become better at my art as well. Never stop creating! Salud.
Anyone who has thrown before knows how difficult what he’s doing is! Truly a master.
What on earth... It took him only twelve minutes to make the teapot, its spout, its handle, and its lid--all of them out of one lump of clay, made to be delicate and balanced and crafted to perfection. Meanwhile, it takes me at least 45 minutes to make a decent teapot--just the pot and maybe the lid.
He's truly a master. I especially loved the way he made the lid.
I love the Japanese culture. The way they practice and perfect skills is second to none.
la-di-da.
Thanks for posting this video Petr!
His skills are truly delicate and beautiful. He is truly a master in pottery. Arigato gozaimas for showing us, Master.
Great watching a master potter at work making a beautiful teapot for the tea ceremony! Excellent!
4:56 You know he is a master when he (correctly) creates the lid diameter first, and checks with the measuring tool only to confirm it.
Very relaxing watching the precise hand movements
LinnyRin I get the same sense of calm watching the economy of movement.
It is very calming I throw very similar and people love to watch it’s all in slow meaningful movements it’s like ballet in a sense
I cannot breathe watching this
I’m so focused but so scared in the same time… It’s such precise and fragile
I love it so much… Can’t wait to watch this with my wife!
Thank you so much…
Big salut 🫡 from France,
ViNZ.
Amazing!!!A true craftsman. Such steady hands.I'm sure it has taken him many years to become such a master of his art. Thank you to him for showing us his skill. I felt as if I was present in the room as he worked. Also thank you for filming this wonderful experience.
Stumbled upon this gem of a human, and was so touched by the joyfulness of his working and sharing. His mastery is indisputable, but his happiness is what I love about this video... What a beautiful moment to share.
待って、、ありえないぐらい上手い。。なんかもう凄すぎて言葉が無くなる。私もあんな風に作れるように頑張ります！！
というか、日本人いなくて寂しい笑笑
Through watching this beautiful dance I felt like I myself were moving. The positions of his hands and the yielding of the clay under the pressure was a pleasure to watch!
The clay meekly changes shape on his command! He is such a pleasant, humble, hardworking person! Respect.
After taking pottery in college, I gained an even greater awe and respect for this art. And this potter is freaking amazing. Holy crap that was insane to watch. The control, steady hands, the precision. It's perfect. And I have no idea (aside from experience) this man knew how big to make the lid.
Also...the mere fact he didn't get a single friggen drop of clay on his clothing...shows how damn good he is. I didn't think it was possible to keep clean when throwing. 😳
Edit: I did notice the stick/tool he held over the top of both the pot and the lid when throwing...but still...he got it exact! Not to mention he only used said tool for mere seconds each time
How could he just make the lid for the pot with mere eye measurement? it fitted absolutely perfectly! amazing!
Fit*
He used a tool to check the width at 10:53 (just slightly undersized, you can tell by the shadow of the tool on the lid) before he worked it downwards to finish it, and a final check at 11:20.
Taldaran... good spotting! Also his fingers and hands are tools and constantly measuring and the tools we see him use. Building with wood I often use random marks on the work surface when I only have to match or compare more than one pc, with the overall measurement being flexible. Im sure he does these to exact specs sometimes but he knew he was cutting this one so he just haf to make it even.
He just Shapeshifted that slab of Clay into so many forms! What a Kind Hearted Sweet Magician 🥰 Thank you for this video!
I only use Tokoname teapots. Nothing else. I love their beautiful warm earthy colour and simple designs.
Correct translation from 12:13
A good Kyūsu (Japanese teapot) is made such that:
- The handle is comfortable to hold
- Has good spout to prevent dripping of the tea while/after pouring.
- It looks lighter yet substantial
Amazing how thin he can pull that clay without the walls failing
You are clicking and switching- but finally you find him: the true craftsman
Když tu konvičku rozřízl, tak se mi málem zastavilo srdce... tohle je taková krása. Sledovat mistra při práci. Japonci mají můj neskonalý obdiv. Každé řemeslo, každou práci, všechno, dokáží dotáhnout do naprosté dokonalosti a být v tom nejlepší!
Wow! A master at making tea pots! I would love to have one. I am 1/2 Japanese, so I know the importance of having a good tea pot; yet, he makes it look so simple to make; piece by piece! Amazing work!