Hagi-yaki
PotteryChugoku
Price range
¥2,000 ~ ¥200,000
Soft-toned tea ware from Yamaguchi that develops character with use over time.
Hagi-yaki is a soft, porous pottery from Yamaguchi Prefecture, prized in Japanese tea ceremony for its subtle beauty and the way it transforms with use — a phenomenon called "hagi no nanabake" (the seven changes of Hagi). Founded by Korean potters in the early 1600s, its warm, pastel-toned glazes and deliberately understated forms embody the wabi-sabi aesthetic. Tea masters cherish how the glaze gradually stains and deepens over years of use.
At a Glance
- Craft Type
- pottery
- Region
- Chugoku
- Materials
- Hagi clay, straw ash glaze
- Designation
- national traditional
- Price Range
- ¥2000–¥200000
Materials
Hagi clay, straw ash glaze
Techniques
Wheel throwing, high shrinkage firing
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of craft is Hagi-yaki?
Hagi-yaki is a traditional Japanese pottery craft.
What materials are used to make Hagi-yaki?
Hagi-yaki is made using Hagi clay, straw ash glaze.
Is Hagi-yaki a designated traditional craft?
Yes, Hagi-yaki holds the National Traditional Craft designation.
Where does Hagi-yaki originate from?
Hagi-yaki originates from Chugoku, Japan.
What techniques are used to make Hagi-yaki?
The techniques used include: Wheel throwing, high shrinkage firing.
How much does Hagi-yaki cost?
Hagi-yaki is typically priced between ¥2000 and ¥200000.
Is Hagi-yaki a good souvenir from Japan?
Hagi-yaki is a popular traditional Japanese craft that makes an excellent souvenir.
What makes Hagi-yaki unique?
Hagi-yaki is distinguished by its Wheel throwing, high shrinkage firing techniques and Hagi clay, straw ash glaze materials.
How is Hagi-yaki traditionally used?
Hagi-yaki is a traditional Japanese pottery craft with both practical and decorative applications.