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Discover the Art of Japanese Traditional Crafts

Itou Kouyou

伊藤公洋
陶磁器 Ceramics 東海 Tokai 正会員 Regular Member
Itou Kouyou

Itou Kouyou works with clay to create vessels and sculptural forms that honor traditional Japanese ceramic aesthetics while expressing their unique artistic vision. Working from the Tōkai region, an area renowned for its diverse craft heritage, their work demonstrates a deep commitment to preserving and advancing the traditions of Japanese ceramics.

Biography

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

The Art of Japanese Ceramics

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. Itou Kouyou brings expertise in wheel-throwing, hand-building, glazing, and kiln-firing to their practice.

Regular Member

As a Regular Member of the Japan Kōgei Association, Itou Kouyou 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.

Ceramics Artistry

Explore the beauty and craftsmanship of traditional Japanese ceramics.

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