Monday, January 9, 2012

KASAMA YAKI (笠間焼)-Ceramics of Ibaraki Prefecture



 
Kasamayaki is from Ibaraki Prefecture.  It was influenced by a Shigaraki yaki potter when founded in 1772.



Yasumasa Sato



Kasamayaki Hashioki


Saturday, January 7, 2012

OTANI YAKI (大谷焼き)-Ceramics of Tokushima Prefecture

Otaniyaki originated from a potter from Kyushu named Bunemon in 1780. An official pottery kiln was established in 1781 but closed after a short time. Later a potter named Chuzo taught the art of pottery (large jars) to the people of Otani. Otani pottery has changed over the years but tends to be rustic in nature.







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