ARTSIT VISIT

As the largest production area among the Six Ancient Kilns, this city flourished as the major site for these kilns due to its development of distribution using sea routes. Located...

The history of Japanese ceramics begins with Jomon pottery, followed by Yayoi pottery, and then during the Kofun period (3rd to 7th centuries), pottery culture evolved with items like Hajiki...

Date: August 18, 2023 Amid the majestic mountains of Takayama, we found ourselves journeying to the secluded studio of Toshinobu Araya. Araya-san is a master potter who has been making...

Date: August 11, 2023 In the quaint town of Myogi, Gunma, there exists an artist whose craft is as unique as his inspiration. Nobuyuki Hagiwara, a potter with an undying...

Date: May 26, 2023 Our adventure led us to the charming city of Miyazaki, where we had the pleasure of visiting Masato Yamawaki in his pottery studio. Nestled within a...

Date: May 25, 2023 Our journey took us once again to the breathtaking landscapes of Aso, Kumamoto, home to the illustrious pottery studio of Futoshi Yamashita. Nestled within the largest...