1911-?
male
banko pottery
Born into the former Matsuko kiln for Banko-ware, he built up discipline under his father Horin and his grandfather the 2nd generation Yoshiharu, and also researched various kilns through self-study. He became independent after building a kiln in 1954.
In 1956, he held his first solo exhibition at Osaka Hankyu Department Store, and since then he has continued to mainly present his works focused on solo exhibitions.
In addition to aka-e works inherited through Banko-ware, he specializes in Karatsu, Mishima, and Iga etc., and there remains his tea bowl masterpieces that include pots, vases, plates, water jugs, and cups.
In addition, he has an older brother, Sakuma Shozan, who is a Banko artist.
