かわら館

Kawara-kan is a museum in Fukuyama dedicated to Japanese ceramics, displaying works from different regions and time periods. The collection ranges from historical pieces to modern creations by contemporary artists.

The museum was founded to preserve and document the long history of ceramic craftsmanship in Japan. The collection demonstrates how pottery techniques have changed and developed over centuries.

The exhibitions show how potters in Japan work and what materials they use, bringing old craft traditions to life. You see how these skills pass from one generation to the next and still play a role in the local community today.

The museum offers visitors the chance to join ceramic workshops and learn traditional techniques under the guidance of skilled craftspeople. Those who want to get creative can make their own pottery pieces during their visit.

The museum regularly partners with local potters who create special exhibitions throughout the year and demonstrate craft techniques on-site. This collaboration gives visitors the chance to watch real professionals at work.