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Great water jars fired so hard they resist salt and acid, sold to kitchens and pickling sheds all over Japan.
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Iwami ware (石見焼, Iwami-yaki) is a type of Japanese pottery traditionally from Shimane Prefecture.
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Founded / opened：1760s Highlights / collection：Water jars, Reddish-brown of Kimachi glaze, Yakishime resistant to salt and acid Genre：Crafts and ceramics
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