Tokoname Tounomori, Ceramics museum in Tokoname, Japan
Description
Tokoname Tounomori is a ceramics museum in a city known for its pottery heritage, displaying a broad collection of clay works across different exhibition areas. The site combines indoor galleries with a forested area where ceramic pieces are placed among the trees.
History
The museum was founded in 1961 and belongs to a group of six ancient kilns that have been important for Japanese ceramics since prehistoric times. These kilns continue to shape the region's pottery tradition today.
Culture
The collection features Tokoname pottery with its distinctive reddish clay valued in tea preparation. Visitors can observe how these ceramic pieces fit into daily life and their role in the tea culture of the region.
Practical
The site is easy to navigate, with paths through the forested area where you can explore the ceramic works. There are also opportunities to participate in pottery activities or view the work of local artisans.
Did you know?
The museum integrates ceramic artworks directly into the natural forest landscape, creating an unusual connection between art objects and nature. This blend of indoor galleries and outdoor sculptures among the trees makes the experience distinctive.
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