Glass Artists in Yamaguchi

The glass arts of Yamaguchi Prefecture represent a distinctive intersection of distinctive glass craftsmanship and regional identity. Drawing from continental trade and tea ceremony patronage, these glass artists have developed approaches that reflect subtle aesthetics prized in traditional tea culture. Their work showcases blowing, cutting, and Edo kiriko engraving passed down through generations, while incorporating the aesthetic sensibilities unique to the western tip of Honshū. From established masters to emerging talents, the glass artists in this collection demonstrate the living tradition of Japanese glass arts.