Where Earth Meets
Intention
At Temaki Sushi, we believe a dish is not complete until it rests in the perfect vessel. The texture, weight, and warmth of the ceramics transform a meal into a multi-sensory experience.
Every bowl, plate, and cup is formed by hand at our Ferndale pottery studio. The process is slow, deliberate, and rooted in a tradition that spans centuries—ensuring no two pieces are ever truly alike.
From Clay to Table
Sourced
Premium clays and glazes imported directly from family-owned suppliers in Shiga Prefecture.
Shaped
Hand-formed at Ferndale, each piece is shaped with intention, embracing slight imperfections.
Imprinted
Before drying, native ferns from the Dandenong Ranges are gently pressed into soft clay.
Fired
Kiln-fired using traditional techniques, locking in texture, colour, and the story of the earth.
The Legacy of
Shigaraki-yaki
Our materials are sourced exclusively from Shiga Prefecture, Japan—home to one of Japan's legendary Six Ancient Kilns.
For over 800 years, Shigaraki-yaki has been revered for its earthy textures, natural ash glazes, and the philosophy of wabi-sabi—finding beauty in imperfection.
By bringing this clay to Australian soil, we bridge two landscapes, creating tableware that honours both traditions.
Beauty in imperfection
The Fern
Imprint
Before the clay dries, we forage native ferns from the forest floor of Ferndale. Each frond is gently laid upon the soft surface and pressed by hand.
When the fern is lifted away, it leaves behind a delicate fossil—a permanent imprint of the Dandenong Ranges. This intricate texture connects your fingertips directly to the land.
Truly One of a Kind
Because nature never repeats itself, no two pieces of our tableware are identical. Each plate tells its own story.
Dine From
Handcrafted Earth
The texture of the clay, the imprint of the fern, the warmth of the kiln—experience cuisine served on art. Reserve your table at Temaki Sushi.
Thursday – Sunday · 5:30 PM & 9:30 PM · $145 Omakase Per Person