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Otani Ware

Tokushima · Naruto · Art & Crafts

Japanese name: 大谷焼

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WHAT TO DOOtani Ware

Great jars thrown on a wheel kicked by a man lying on his back while another shapes the clay - a method born of indigo vats.

WHERETokushima

East · Naruto

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Great jars thrown on a wheel kicked by a man lying on his back while another shapes the clay - a method born of indigo vats.

About this place

Ōtani ware (大谷焼, Ōtani-yaki) is a type of Japanese pottery most famously known for its large size. Ōtani is made in the part of Naruto, Tokushima known as Ōtani.

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Founded / opened:1780s Highlights / collection:Large jars made on a lying potter's wheel, 2-metre-tall indigo jars Genre:Crafts and ceramics

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