At the traditional Kyoto pottery , Iwao-gama , we specialize in Kyoto and Kiyomizu ceramics, making all kinds of items from tea ceremony utensils.
We aim to preserve traditional methods while also striving to innovate.
In craftsmanship, the goal is to create things that bring joy to people and make them happy. In the teachings of the tea ceremony, there is a phrase “ichigo ichie,” which means every encounter is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. It encourages heartfelt hospitality towards others, a feeling we try to convey in every piece we make.
