Mashiko, Tochigi
Plates, Cups, Bowls, Vases, Jugs
From ¥2,000
Cash & Credit Card
Kim Pottery Studio
About Kim Pottery
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 available for purchase are original pieces from Kim-sensei
Opening hours
Closed 2nd week of each month
Mon
9am - 5pm
Tue
9am - 5pm
Wed
9am - 5pm
Thu
9am - 5pm
Fri
9am - 5pm
Sat
9am - 5pm
Sun
9am - 5pm
Location & 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
Meet the artist
Originally from Korea, Kim-sensei has been refining his pottery skills in Mashiko for over 20 years and has over 30 years of experience.
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!
