About pottery

現代における清水焼の位置づけ

The Position of Kiyomizu-yaki in the Modern Age

There are many nationally famous pottery production areas, such as Mino ware, Arita ware, and Shigaraki ware. When speaking with people in industries unrelated to pottery, many of them refer...

The Position of Kiyomizu-yaki in the Modern Age

There are many nationally famous pottery production areas, such as Mino ware, Arita ware, and Shigaraki ware. When speaking with people in industries unrelated to pottery, many of them refer...

陶器と磁器の違いとは?性質・歴史から選び方まで徹底解説!

What is the difference between pottery and porc...

As the name suggests, ceramics can be divided into "pottery" and "porcelain". Both are pottery items, but their properties and recommended uses are slightly different. This time, we will explain...

What is the difference between pottery and porc...

As the name suggests, ceramics can be divided into "pottery" and "porcelain". Both are pottery items, but their properties and recommended uses are slightly different. This time, we will explain...

京都の伝統工芸:時代を超えて受け継がれる匠の技と美意識

Kyoto's traditional crafts: Craftsmanship and a...

Kyoto, the center of traditional Japanese culture, is home to many traditional crafts, including Kyo-yaki and Kiyomizu-yaki. These traditional crafts have been made with the same passion and aesthetic sense...

Kyoto's traditional crafts: Craftsmanship and a...

Kyoto, the center of traditional Japanese culture, is home to many traditional crafts, including Kyo-yaki and Kiyomizu-yaki. These traditional crafts have been made with the same passion and aesthetic sense...

京都最大級の陶器市【第48回清水焼の郷まつり】

<Large Pottery Festival in Kyoto> The 48th Kiyo...

The annual Kiyomizu-ware village Festival  is just around the corner! It’s a fun event where you can buy Kiyomizu-yaki directly from the kilns at reasonable prices. This year's event promises a...

<Large Pottery Festival in Kyoto> The 48th Kiyo...

The annual Kiyomizu-ware village Festival  is just around the corner! It’s a fun event where you can buy Kiyomizu-yaki directly from the kilns at reasonable prices. This year's event promises a...

京焼と清水焼の違いとは?成り立ちの違いから解説

What Are the Differences Between Kyo-yaki and K...

"Kyo-yaki" and "Kiyomizu-yaki" are names designated by both the Japanese government and the Kyoto Prefecture as traditional crafts. Many people wonder, "What is the difference between Kyo-yaki and Kiyomizu-yaki?" While...

What Are the Differences Between Kyo-yaki and K...

"Kyo-yaki" and "Kiyomizu-yaki" are names designated by both the Japanese government and the Kyoto Prefecture as traditional crafts. Many people wonder, "What is the difference between Kyo-yaki and Kiyomizu-yaki?" While...

陶芸の神髄:京都の焼き物が持つ独自の魅力とは?

The Essence of Japanese Pottery: What Makes Kyo...

The history of Japanese pottery spans over a thousand years, deeply embedded as part of Japan's cultural heritage. Among the various styles of Japanese pottery, Kyoto pottery—particularly Kyo-ware and Kiyomizu-ware—has...

The Essence of Japanese Pottery: What Makes Kyo...

The history of Japanese pottery spans over a thousand years, deeply embedded as part of Japan's cultural heritage. Among the various styles of Japanese pottery, Kyoto pottery—particularly Kyo-ware and Kiyomizu-ware—has...