Kim Pottery Studio

Originally from Korea, Kim-sensei has been refining his pottery skills in Mashiko for over 20 years and has over 30 years of experience.

His specific style encompasses traditional carving techniques that give his pieces a unique texture and design all handcrafted in his studio in Mashiko.

Before the electronic pottery wheel, kick wheels were used for centuries, requiring craftsmen to posses a high level of skill, balance and focus to craft incredible pieces. These wheels are rarely used now, however Kim-sensei continues to carry on this tradition and technique to craft large vases and Korean onggi stoneware vessels (used for storage and fermentation).

At Kim's Pottery Studio, you'll be able to view and purchase a range of bowls, cups, vases and more. You may also get a glimpse of Kim-sensei using his incredible skill and talent crafting one of his pieces!

About Kim's Pottery

Summary:

Plates, Cups, Bowls, Vases, Jugs

From ¥2,000

Cash & Credit Card

Traditional Mashiko style glazes in a range of easy to use dinnerware and decorative vases
On average he makes around 2000 hand crafted items each year and is a staple at the bi-annual pottery fair
All pieces sold are original pieces from Kim-sensei

Traditional Mashiko style glazes in a range of easy to use dinnerware and decorative vases
On average he makes around 2000 hand crafted items each year and is a staple at the bi-annual pottery fair
All pieces sold are original pieces from Kim-sensei

Traditional Mashiko style glazes in a range of easy to use dinnerware and decorative vases
On average he makes around 2000 hand crafted items each year and is a staple at the bi-annual pottery fair
All pieces sold are original pieces from Kim-sensei

Kick wheels have been around for thousands of years and allows potters to adjust speed by adjusting rhythm and force - could be thought of as a dance between the potter and the clay!

Opening Hours:

Closed 2nd week of each month

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Tue
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Sun

9am - 5pm
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9am - 5pm
9am - 5pm
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9am - 5pm
9am - 5pm

How to get there

12 minute walk from Mashiko Museum of Ceramic Art
15 minute walk from the main pottery street
Free parking is also available outside the workshop
2 hour drive from Tokyo
2 hour train ride: Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Utsunomiya Station (52 minutes) and take the bus from Platform 14 for 57 stops (58 minutes) to 道祖土下 and walk for 1 minute

12 minute walk from Mashiko Museum of Ceramic Art
15 minute walk from the main pottery street
Free parking is also available outside the workshop
2 hour drive from Tokyo
2 hour train ride: Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Utsunomiya Station (52 minutes) and take the bus from Platform 14 for 57 stops (58 minutes) to 道祖土下 and walk for 1 minute

Kim-sensei also offers workshops for those at an intermediate or above level. If you're interested, please click on the link below to find out more!