1952-
male
From Sapporo. Discovered the charm of earthenware while studying abroad in India. After returning to Japan and studying at Keisetsu kiln in Sapporo, Graduated from the Department of Ceramics at Seto Ceramic High School. Started Kaiku kiln in 1981. Moved the kiln to Kamikawa, Hokkaido in 1983. Selected for the Nipputen Exhibition and other exhibitions. Held private exhibitions at Gallery Ginka in Nagoya, Shinano Gallery in Seto, and other venues. Participated in creating a ceramic wall at Owariasahi Community Hall. Works focus on tableware with Kohiki and Akae.
