Shōroku Ishida

Ceramics produced in the Tono region of Gifu Prefecture, accounting for approximately half of Japan's ceramic output. The 'four Mino styles'—Shino, Oribe, Ki-Seto, and Seto-guro—are especially renowned, achieving the highest acclaim as Momoyama-period tea ceramics. Today, production spans everyday tableware to artistic works.

Ceramics produced primarily in Tajimi, Gifu Prefecture, accounting for approximately half of Japan's ceramic production. Produces diverse tableware through various techniques and glazes, known for consistent quality. With traditions from the Edo period, it is an essential supplier of everyday tableware. Features efficient production meeting diverse consumer needs.

Ceramics produced in Seto, Aichi Prefecture, one of Japan's six ancient kilns. Known for characteristic products with clear glaze over brown clay. Seto became synonymous with ceramics itself, and post-WWII developed as a major producer of everyday tableware. Traditions continue from the Edo period.

Ceramic ware produced in Mashiko, Tochigi Prefecture. Produced from the late Edo period, it is characterized by rough clay texture and rustic coloring. As utilitarian earthenware mass-produced for daily use, it features approachable, unpretentious design. Approximately 200 kilns remain active today, making it known as a pottery town. Valued as representative of folk craft aesthetics.

Ceramics produced in Toki and surrounding areas, Gifu. One of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns with over 400 years of history. Diverse ceramics are manufactured from everyday tableware to art pieces. Currently known as Japan's largest ceramic production center.

A colorful ceramic produced in southern Ishikawa Prefecture. Its defining feature is the bold, splendid overglaze decoration using five colors: green, yellow, purple, deep blue, and red, earning international acclaim as 'Japan Kutani.' From Old Kutani to Revival Kutani, its rich evolution of styles makes it one of Japan's premier crafts.