Makers/Artists

Fuminari Araga

Well-known for his highly sophisticated wheel-throwing technique which enables him to produce unique shape with beautifully balanced curves.

Ichiro Mori

From one of the Six Ancient Kilns of Japan "Bizen", he explores both traditional and modern methods and merge them in a highly sophisticated way.

Yumiko Katase

Based in Nagano. Inspired by unique technique called "mochaware" which was originally developed in southwest England. Intricate veined patterns beautifully appear on the surface from a single drop of ink.

Shigetomo Ochiai

Madoka Suzuki

Yamani Woodworks

Nagano-based artisan who specialises in Pepper/Salt grinders with wide variety of shape, size and colours.

Kazutoshi Aizawa

Yuichi Yamazaki

Kanagawa-based glass artist recognised for his beautiful pale-green coloured blown glass called "hakka" (mint in English) series. Tiny bubbles captured in the glass twinkles like champagne.