1949-
male
Studied Japanese painting under Nishimura Shojiro in 1967 and enrolled in the Faculty of Sculpture at Nihon University College of Art the following year. Later dropped out and studied abroad in various countries in Asia and the United States. Started working at the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology Nagoya Industrial Experimental Institute in 1973, researched the science behind Chinese antique porcelain, and started a kiln in Suhara, Seto in 1975 to become independent. Cooperated in the establishment of MOA Mexico Ceramic School in 1982. Activities are focused on private exhibitions. Won the 2004 Japan Ceramic Society President’s Award in 2004.
