Sofuku ceramic owl pair arranged with the smaller owl in front and the larger owl behind

Sofuku pair of owl-shaped ceramic ornaments displayed side by side in medium and small sizes

Back view of the Sofuku pair of owl-shaped ceramic ornaments in two sizes with layered blue and gold feather decoration

Right side view of the large Fukumori ceramic owl figurine by Kazuhiro Kojima, cerulean blue and amber Nanasai Tenmoku glaze, handcrafted in Japan, Tsukushi.

Side view of the medium Fukumori ceramic owl ornament showing layered blue and gold feather decoration

Bottom view of the Fukumori medium ceramic owl figurine by Kazuhiro Kojima, unglazed stoneware base on a faded background.

Close-up of the Sofuku owl pair showing the smaller owl’s face and the larger owl’s blue feather pattern

Fukumori owl figurine, Kazuhiro Kojima, handcrafted in Japan, front face detail, ivory and amber glaze, Tsukushi.

Claws detail of the Fukumori medium ceramic owl figurine by Kazuhiro Kojima, amber glazed ceramic feet, handcrafted in Japan, Tsukushi.

Top view of the large Fukumori ceramic owl figurine by Kazuhiro Kojima, amber and cerulean glaze on a faded background.

Front view of the Sofuku pair of small and medium owl-shaped ceramic ornaments with blue and gold glaze

Nunobiki

Sōfuku Owl Figurine Set of 2

$170.00

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100% made in Japan, crafted with integrity and ethical labor practices.

Product Details

In the Box: 2 Handcrafted Ceramic Owl Figurines (1 Large + 1 Medium)
Material: Glazed Pottery.
Technique: Nanasai Tenmoku Glaze
Color Palette: Glazed Cerulean, Moonlit Ivory, Aged Amber, Obsidian
Dimensions:
Medium: Approx. 4.5" × 5.1" × 4.9" (115 × 130 × 125 mm)
Large: Approx. 5.7" × 6.3" × 6.5" (145 × 160 × 165 mm)
Weight:
Medium: Approx. 15.3 oz (435 g)
Large: Approx. 25.9 oz (735 g)
Origin: Nunobiki Kiln, Shiga, Japan

Handcrafted at Nunobiki Kiln in Shiga, Japan by master potter Kazuhiro Kojima, the Sōfuku is a set of two ceramic owl figurines, one large and one medium, each hand-finished and glazed individually.

The surface of both pieces is treated in Nanasai Tenmoku, the Kojima family's signature glaze technique, building color and depth through kiln transformation. It settles into cerulean blue across the wings, pale ivory at the face, and warm amber tracing each sculpted feather edge.

The glaze is applied entirely by hand. Variations in tone, pooling, and texture across the feather relief are the natural outcome of the process. No two pieces from the kiln ever look the same.

The owl is Kojima-san's signature motif, a quiet symbol of luck and fortune in Japanese culture. As a pair, the Sōfuku carries that meaning forward for two. Hand wash only.

More Information

Fortune Shaped in Clay
Nunobiki Kiln was established in the early 1970s by the Kojima family in the forests of Shiga Prefecture. In those first years, an owl would appear at the edge of the trees each evening, silent and still, positioned as though standing watch over the kiln and the work happening below. It left an impression that clay could answer.
The Japanese word fukurou (梟) names the owl. A different rendering of the same sound, fukuro (福), holds the meaning of good fortune. That closeness between the two is deeply rooted in Japanese folk tradition, where the bird has long been seen as a bearer of luck and a protector of those it watches over. At Nunobiki Kiln, that meaning found a permanent home. Kazuhiro Kojima carried the motif forward from his father's original study, refining it through decades of work into the form that defines his practice today.
A Gift for Two
The Sōfuku (双福) pairs a large and a medium ceramic owl figurine into a single set. The name means double fortune, and the pairing is intentional: two figures, side by side, each distinct from the kiln yet belonging together.
It is a considered gift for any bond worth honoring. A couple, a parent and child, two friends. The occasion can be a wedding, an anniversary, a new home, or simply a moment that deserves something lasting and made by hand.

Care Guide

About your Sōfuku Owl Figurines
The Sōfuku is made to be lived with. Place the two figures where your eye naturally falls, together or apart, and let them settle into the rhythm of your space.

Maintenance

Gentle Cleaning: Wipe with a soft damp cloth and mild soap when needed, then dry gently with a soft cloth.
Temperature: Avoid sudden temperature changes, as these may affect the glaze surface over time.
Light Exposure: Keep the figures away from prolonged direct sunlight to preserve the glaze tones at their best.

The Artist

Kazuhiro Kojima

Location: Higashiomi, Shiga Prefecture
Technique: Nanasai Tenmoku
Tradition: Kyoto ware / Shigaraki ware

Kazuhiro Kojima, born in 1972, is a ceramic artist and second-generation master of Nunobiki Kiln in Higashiomi, Shiga Prefecture. He grew up with clay and fire as constants, shaped by the work his father Taro Kojima had built from the ground up.

After art college, he returned to Nunobiki and trained alongside his father, gradually developing an artistic voice entirely his own.

His defining work is the Fukuro Owl, glazed in Nanasai Tenmoku, a technique that layers seven finishes by hand. His owl sculptures range from small decorative pieces to large public installations, placed in hospitals, institutions, and streetscapes across Japan.

Learn more

Close-up of the smaller Sofuku ceramic owl ornament with the larger owl softly visible behind it

Large Fukumori owl figurine, Kazuhiro Kojima, handcrafted in Japan, back detail, amber and grey Nanasai Tenmoku glaze, Tsukushi.

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Sōfuku Matcha Bowl FAQs

What is included in the Sōfuku set?

The Sōfuku includes two handcrafted ceramic owl figurines, one large and one medium, both made at Nunobiki Kiln by Kazuhiro Kojima.
Each piece is hand-finished and glazed individually in Nanasai Tenmoku.

What makes the Sōfuku different from other ceramic owl figurines?

Each piece in the Sōfuku set is shaped and glazed by hand at Nunobiki Kiln by Kazuhiro Kojima. The Nanasai Tenmoku technique means the final balance of color and tone is determined by the kiln itself.
No two pieces emerge the same, making every set a singular object.

Who is the Sōfuku a good gift for?

The Sōfuku is designed as a gift for two. It suits any meaningful bond: a couple, a parent and child, two close friends.
It works well for weddings, anniversaries, housewarmings, or any occasion where something lasting and handmade feels right.

Can the two owls of the Sōfuku set be displayed separately?

The Sōfuku is conceived as a pair, and the two figures read naturally together. That said, each owl is a complete, self-contained piece in its own right.
They can be placed in different spots within the same space, or one offered as a gift while the other remains. The meaning holds either way.

Can the Sōfuku set figurines be displayed outdoors?

Yes. Both figurines settle beautifully in an outdoor setting. A sheltered spot, such as a covered porch or shaded terrace, is ideal.
Prolonged direct sunlight may gradually affect the glaze tones over time, so a little shade goes a long way in keeping the colors as vivid as the day they arrived.

How should I care for the Sōfuku owl figurines?

Wipe with a soft damp cloth and mild soap when needed, then dry gently. Avoid sudden temperature changes, as these may affect the glaze surface over time.
With simple, consistent care the pieces will age gracefully and hold their character for years.

Do you ship internationally, and will my order be insured and tracked?

Yes on all counts. We ship the Sōfuku to the USA, Europe, and worldwide.
Every order is fully insured and trackable from dispatch to delivery.
We pack each set carefully in-house and provide responsive support throughout, so your experience feels safe and smooth from Japan to your doorstep.