Okawachiyama, Ceramic village in Imari, Japan
Okawachiyama sits among mountains in Saga Prefecture, featuring narrow lanes lined with 30 pottery workshops and traditional tall chimneys throughout the settlement.
The Nabeshima clan established this protected village in the 17th century as their official porcelain production center, controlling access to maintain manufacturing secrets.
The local craftsmen continue centuries-old techniques of Nabeshima-yaki porcelain production, creating high-grade ceramics following traditional methods established during the Edo period.
Visitors can reach the village via hourly buses from Imari Station, with a journey time of 15 minutes and a fare of 170 yen.
A pyramid monument stands near 880 unmarked graves commemorating the Korean potters who established the initial porcelain manufacturing techniques in this secluded location.
Location: Imari
Website: https://imari-ookawachiyama.com
Address: Otsu-1848 Ōkawachichō, Imari, Saga 848-0025, Japan 848-0025 Imari 848-0025 Imari
Opening Hours: Lunedì-Domenica 09:00-17:00
Phone: +81955237293
Website: https://imari-ookawachiyama.com
GPS coordinates: 33.23435,129.89378
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:57
These Japanese villages maintain traditional crafts in specialized workshops. Ogimachi produces silk goods, while Okawachiyama creates Nabeshima ceramics. The villages of Inami and Hida Takayama focus on wood carving. Wajima produces lacquerware using century-old techniques, and Arita is the birthplace of Japanese porcelain. Each location continues specific manufacturing methods passed down through generations.
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