Hajime Onose is a ceramic artist based in Kasama, Ibaraki. His work focuses on flower pots and bonsai planters, always conceived in harmony with plants. He is known for his rounded forms and sculptural beauty that gracefully receives the powerful presence of trees, earning high praise when paired with bonsai and houseplants. He actively participates in plant-themed events and gallery exhibitions, and has appeared on the cover of the magazine "indoor jungle," gaining attention as an artist who bridges ceramics and plant culture.