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Otani-yaki（大谷焼）
おおたにやき Otani 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.
| Type | Workshop or kiln |
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| Genre | Crafts / Ceramics |
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| City / town | Naruto |
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| Area in the prefecture | Eastern area |
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FAQ
- Where is Otani Ware?
- It is in Naruto, Tokushima Prefecture, Japan. It is a craft workshop.
- What can I see at Otani 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. The focus is crafts and ceramics.
- When was Otani Ware established?
- It dates from the 1780s.
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