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Made from iron-rich earth taken from the gold mine, fired so hard the pots ring like metal.
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Mumyōi ware (無名異焼, Mumyōi-yaki) is a type of Japanese pottery traditionally from Sado, Niigata.
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Founded / opened：1819 Highlights / collection：Using red earth from the gold mine, Vessels that ring like metal when tapped Genre：Crafts and ceramics
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