Ceramics Artists in East Japan

The ceramic arts of eastern Japan represent a distinctive intersection of centuries-old kiln traditions and regional identity. Drawing from Edo-period aesthetics and Tokyo's artistic innovation, these potters and ceramicists have developed approaches that reflect refined urban sophistication meets rural tradition. Their work showcases wheel-throwing, hand-building, and glazing techniques passed down through generations, while incorporating the aesthetic sensibilities unique to the Kantō and Tōhoku regions. From established masters to emerging talents, the potters and ceramicists in this collection demonstrate the living tradition of Japanese ceramic arts.