Late Edo Period-
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daishoji imari
Produced Daishoji Imari ware, which had the purpose of mass-producing Kutani ware, from the Meiji to Showa eras. Started Inoue Shoten, which was central to its production and distribution, in 1877. Asked the masters Takenouchi Ginshu and Asai Ichigo to paint the works and spiritedly engaged in commerce, with a focus on the Keihanshin region.
Currently the latest generation produces works at Daishoji. He gives historic Kutani ware, such as aode, red paintings, and gold glaze, a modern style and is popular among Kaiseki restaurants also.
