Yūkei – Collaborative Vase by Asato Ikeda & Yoshito Takenishi

融景（Yūkei） is a collaborative piece by Asato Ikeda and Yoshito Takenishi, blending expressive glazes with sculptural form. The twisted silhouette and flowing colors—deep indigo and coral—evoke shifting landscapes and natural motion. “Yūkei,” meaning “Fused Scenery,” reflects the harmony between two artistic visions. Each angle reveals a new scene, making this one-of-a-kind vase a striking statement of movement, contrast, and creative synergy.

During our journey through Ehime, we visited both Ikeda’s and Takenishi’s studios, witnessing firsthand how their individual philosophies and creative processes come together in works like Yūkei.
Read about our visit to Asato Ikeda’s workshop.
Discover more about Yoshito Takenishi’s studio here.