Fakes, Forgeries or Reproductions

Though not as common as in Chinese ceramics, there are fake Imari wares made. Some imitations of great potters have also been made. Most of these would be considered reproductions or wares made in the style of an admired potter,  like Ogata Kenzan, Nonomura Ninsei and others. There are, however, a rising number of forgeries being made of Old Imari porcelains and such. Listed below are some links that help explain how to identify the fakes.

http://2nd.geocities.jp/gansakubokumetu/index.html

http://2nd.geocities.jp/gansakubokumetu/index2.htm

http://blogs.yahoo.co.jp/ko0214/folder/689011.html?m=lc&p=1

Kutani 

There are many Kutani reproductions made. Some people may try to pass off reproductions as originals.

Kutani still makes ceramics in the old styles like Yoshidaya. It is called "Yoshidaya Fu". This means in the style of Yoshidaya. Marks are also reproduced.

http://www.mangetsu.co.jp/products/100397.html

One must look at several factors in determining reproductions, age, etc.

Arita Yaki (Decorated in Macau)

Noritake and Nippon ware imitations

http://www.urban.ne.jp/home/nomnom/JONFCrepro.html

FAKE SATSUMA

Chinese imitations of Satsuma are quite common. Some of the marks are very well done. here are examples of the workmanship and accompanying marks. Thanks to my friend SS for providing the pictures.