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Iga Ware

Mie · Iga · Art & Crafts

Japanese name: 伊賀焼

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Iga Ware
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Fired so hot the pots crack - and the cracks are prized; the kiln where Momoyama tea masters found beauty in damage.

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Fired so hot the pots crack - and the cracks are prized; the kiln where Momoyama tea masters found beauty in damage.

About this place

Iga ware (伊賀焼, Iga-yaki) is a style of Japanese pottery traditionally produced in Iga, Mie, former Iga Province, central Japan.

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Founded / opened:7th century Highlights / collection:Vidro glaze, Flower vessels where cracks are the scenery Genre:Crafts and ceramics

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