1948-
male
shino pottery
Attracted by Shino ware, studied ceramics almost by himself and opened Sangetsu kiln in Yawata Kyoto in 1988.
Hardly exhibited at any particular exhibitions since then, but presented works at famous department stores in Yokohama, Kyoto, Osaka, Toyama, Hiroshima, Fukuyama, Nagasaki and various other locations every year.
Specialized in Shino ware, making Nezumi-Shino ware in particular with manly strength. Latest works include Yohen Purple Gold Shino ware with a gold sheen. Received high praise for tea bowls and large sake cups.
