Yamada Kimio

山田公夫

陶磁器 Ceramics 四国 Shikoku 正会員 Regular Member

Yamada Kimio works with clay to create vessels and sculptural forms that honor traditional Japanese ceramic aesthetics while expressing their unique artistic vision. Working from Shikoku, the island of pilgrimage with deep craft roots, their work demonstrates a deep commitment to preserving and advancing the traditions of Japanese ceramics.

Regular Member of the Japan Kogei Association, specializing in ceramics. Based in the Shikoku region. Has 7 documented works in exhibitions.

Japanese ceramics encompasses a rich tradition spanning over 10,000 years, from ancient Jōmon pottery to refined tea ceremony wares. Each region of Japan has developed distinctive styles, clay bodies, and firing techniques that reflect local materials and aesthetic sensibilities. Yamada Kimio brings expertise in wheel-throwing, hand-building, glazing, and kiln-firing to their practice.

As a Regular Member of the Japan Kōgei Association, Yamada Kimio has achieved the highest level of recognition for their mastery of traditional techniques. This prestigious status is awarded to artists who have demonstrated exceptional skill, artistic vision, and dedication to preserving Japan's intangible cultural heritage through years of rigorous practice and exhibition.