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Karatsu ware（唐津焼）

からつやき Karatsu Ware

Karatsu ware（唐津焼）

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Ranked third among tea wares after Raku and Hagi; its coarse clay and quick iron-drawn grasses were chosen for their plainness.

TypeWorkshop or kiln
GenreCrafts / Ceramics
City / townKaratsu
Area in the prefectureKaratsu

FAQ

Where is Karatsu Ware?
It is in Karatsu, Saga Prefecture, Japan. It is a craft workshop.
What can I see at Karatsu Ware?
Ranked third among tea wares after Raku and Hagi; its coarse clay and quick iron-drawn grasses were chosen for their plainness. The focus is crafts and ceramics.
When was Karatsu Ware established?
It dates from the 1590s.

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