About Kyoto Ware / Kiyomizu Ware
Kyoto ware / Kiyomizu ware is the collective term for ceramics produced in Kyoto. Nonomura Ninsei established colored porcelain techniques in the Genroku era (1688-1704), followed by Ogata Kenzan's unique designs. Deeply connected to tea ceremony culture, it is characterized by elegant and delicate beauty. Many artists continue to blend tradition and innovation in this ceramics capital.
Techniques & Materials
Craft terms are shown in the original Japanese — these are proper names with no standard English equivalents.
Techniques
色絵金彩銀彩交趾焼青磁白磁
Materials
信楽土木節粘土上絵具
Where to see & buy
Workshop names are in Japanese; links go to their official sites.
- 陶工房清水 hands-on experience