1930-2013
male
He left his company to become a potter. He first built a single chamber kiln, expanding it into a climbing kiln in 1974, calling it the Persimmon Tree Kiln. Aims to revive the Houden ware that was popular during the Bakumatsu era. Established an Anagama kiln in 1984. Won the Mr. Y award, Members Outstanding Performance Award, Kansai Award, Yomiuri TV Award, and others at the Sanki Exhibition, and is a member of the Sanki Association. Won nominations and awards at Hyogo Prefecture’s exhibitions and others. Held solo exhibitions in Kobe, Himeji, and many other cities. Makes pots and flower vessels using black pottery and Yohen techniques.
