Toki City Historical Museum of Mino Ceramics

Toki City Historical Museum of Mino Ceramics displays traditional pottery and contemporary ceramic works through permanent and rotating exhibitions. The collections show different periods of ceramic production and include both historical pieces and modern works by local and international artists.

The museum was founded in 1979 and traces ceramic production in this region back to the 7th century. Major changes in style and technique happened during the Momoyama period, when new approaches became established.

The museum displays local pottery styles like Oribe ware, known for its uneven shapes and special glazing, which you can observe in the exhibition rooms and understand how potters still use these methods today.

The museum sits near Toki Station and is easy to reach on foot from the train. Guided tours, pottery workshops, and educational programs help visitors learn about ceramic techniques and production methods.

The museum hosts the International Ceramics Festival Mino, drawing artists from many countries to exhibitions and competitions since 1986. This festival makes the town an important meeting place for contemporary ceramic artists worldwide.

Location: Toki

Official opening: 1979

Website: http://toki-bunka.or.jp/history

GPS coordinates: 35.36500,137.17914

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:08