Bizen-yaki--old traditional Japanese oven September 15, 2024 Bizen City is located in southeastern Okayama Prefecture. It is located on the edge of the Seto Inland Sea, with a mild and pleasant climate. The Yoshii River is one...
Tokoname ceramics - ancient traditional Japanese kiln September 12, 2024 Tokoname City is located on the west coast of the Chita Peninsula in Aichi Prefecture, facing Ise Bay. As a production site for Tokoname ceramics, it has historically been involved...
The Six Ancient Kilns of Japan Part II August 15, 2024 The Six Ancient Kilns of Japan Part II The Ancient Kilns of Japan During the Kamakura period (1185-1333), Japan, deeply influenced by the culture of the Song Dynasty in China,...
The Six Ancient Kilns of Japan Part I August 01, 2024 Japan’s six great ancient kilns, each with its own characteristics and stories, bear witness to a thousand-year-old tradition of ceramics. From the authentic Tokoname to the elegant Echizen, through the...
What is Arita-yaki? July 30, 2024 Arita-yaki is a Japanese porcelain renowned for its lightness, finesse and vibrant patterns. Handcrafted by artisans since the 17th century, it combines tradition and elegance. Once a luxury reserved for...
Echizen ceramics--old traditional Japanese kiln July 02, 2024 Echizen ware, which traces its origins to the 12th century, has evolved over the centuries through technical innovations and a focus on producing specific shapes. Initially influenced by Tokoname kiln...
