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Obori Soma Ware

Fukushima · Namie · Art & Crafts

Japanese name: 大堀相馬焼

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Obori Soma Ware
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WHAT TO DOObori Soma Ware

Double-walled cups that stay cool to hold; every kiln was evacuated after 2011 and is rebuilding elsewhere.

WHEREFukushima

Hamadori · Namie

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Overview

Double-walled cups that stay cool to hold; every kiln was evacuated after 2011 and is rebuilding elsewhere.

About this place

Ōborisōma ware (大堀相馬焼), also known as Ōbori ware (大堀焼) or Sōma ware (相馬焼) is a form of Japanese pottery traditionally from the Hamadōri area of Fukushima Prefecture, in the Tōhoku region of Japan.

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Key facts

Founded / opened:1690s Highlights / collection:Double-fired teacups, Blue crackle and running horse Genre:Crafts and ceramics

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