Agano-yaki
PotteryKyushu
Price range
¥2,000 ~ ¥80,000
Tea ceremony ware from Fukuoka with delicate forms and subtle glazes.
Agano-yaki is a pottery tradition from Fukuoka Prefecture, founded around 1602 by Korean potter Sonkai under the patronage of feudal lord Hosokawa Tadaoki. It was designated as one of the preferred tea ceremony wares by the great tea master Kobori Enshu, earning it the status of an "Enshu seven kilns" ware. Its thin-walled, elegant forms and delicate glazes in green, amber, and white set it apart from heavier folk pottery traditions.
At a Glance
- Craft Type
- pottery
- Region
- Kyushu
- Materials
- Local clay, copper glaze
- Designation
- national traditional
- Price Range
- ¥2000–¥80000
Materials
Local clay, copper glaze
Techniques
Wheel throwing, reduction firing
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of craft is Agano-yaki?
Agano-yaki is a traditional Japanese pottery craft.
What materials are used to make Agano-yaki?
Agano-yaki is made using Local clay, copper glaze.
Is Agano-yaki a designated traditional craft?
Yes, Agano-yaki holds the National Traditional Craft designation.
Where does Agano-yaki originate from?
Agano-yaki originates from Kyushu, Japan.
What techniques are used to make Agano-yaki?
The techniques used include: Wheel throwing, reduction firing.
How much does Agano-yaki cost?
Agano-yaki is typically priced between ¥2000 and ¥80000.
Is Agano-yaki a good souvenir from Japan?
Agano-yaki is a popular traditional Japanese craft that makes an excellent souvenir.
What makes Agano-yaki unique?
Agano-yaki is distinguished by its Wheel throwing, reduction firing techniques and Local clay, copper glaze materials.
How is Agano-yaki traditionally used?
Agano-yaki is a traditional Japanese pottery craft with both practical and decorative applications.
