Ceramics

Hasami Ware

波佐見焼

RegionNagasaki — 東彼杵郡波佐見町
Originsc. 1598
StatusMETI-designated Traditional Craft

About Hasami Ware

Hasami ware is produced in Hasami Town, Nagasaki Prefecture. Founded after the Korean invasions of 1598 by Korean potters, it flourished during the Edo period as affordable everyday tableware. Known for simple, timeless designs and accessible pricing, it has grown into a popular brand among younger generations today.

Techniques & Materials

Craft terms are shown in the original Japanese — these are proper names with no standard English equivalents.

Techniques

型打ち成形蛇の目釉剥ぎ染付白磁

Materials

陶石天草陶石長石釉

Where to see & buy

Workshop names are in Japanese; links go to their official sites.

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