Setogura, Contemporary cultural building in Kurasho-chō, Seto, Japan.
Description
Setogura is a contemporary building in Kurasho-chō that houses exhibition spaces, workshops, and galleries across multiple levels. Open walkways and natural lighting create flowing connections between the different areas.
History
The building was completed in 2005 by the architectural firm Azusa Sekkei, marking a turning point in Seto's development. This establishment helped keep the city's ceramic tradition alive in modern spaces.
Culture
This building serves as a gathering place for ceramic arts in the region, where visitors encounter handcrafting techniques and the role pottery plays in local life. You see not only finished works here but also the studios where artists work daily.
Practical
The building is located in an accessible area with direct access to exhibition spaces and dedicated areas for pottery demonstrations. Visitors should allow time to explore the different sections and ongoing demonstrations.
Did you know?
The building thoughtfully blends traditional ceramic elements with modern design, weaving the city's crafting heritage visibly into its contemporary architecture. This connection lets visitors experience the continuity between past and present culture firsthand.
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