A piece of Raku-style pottery
Create beautiful Raku-style pottery under the guidance of a fourth generation master artisan.
Raku pottery is most commonly used to create bowls for authentic and high-class Japanese tea ceremonies. Dating back over 400 years, Raku style bowls are formed by hand without the assistance of a pottery wheel. Each bowl is fired individually at a low temperature, and removed from the kiln while still hot to let the piece cool in the open air. This process makes the glaze change color, meaning you will not know the true appearance of your piece until it has been cooled completely.
About The Experience
We have prepared for you an opportunity of a lifetime to experience Raku pottery making with the guidance from a fourth generation master artisan, Hirotsugu Ogawa.
Hirotsugu Ogawa, the son of Ogawa Choraku III, is a renowned potter in his own right. His works have transcended the traditional boundaries of Raku pottery by collaborating with artists from a wide array of arts, including design and flower arrangements. Hirotsugu has had shows across the world, including the US, France, Germany, and South Africa. The Ogawa family is the only other family approved by the original Raku family to create Raku pottery and Hirotsugu continues to carry on that legacy.
| Experience includes: | Your artwork + Domestic shipping after the pottery is made |
| Duration: | 2 hours (can be adjusted upon request) |
| Location: | Kyoto (inquire for further details) |
| Price: | Please contact us to inquire about pricing |
| Max # of people: | up to 5 |
Recommended for people who…
● wish to learn more about traditional pottery techniques from a leading Japanese artist
● are interested in observing and learning more about Raku style pottery making
Optional add-ons to make your plan more memorable...
We can provide TRANSPORTATION, PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY, and KIMONO for your experience.
Please inquire.