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KOTOPOTTER: Your Online Store for Kyo-ware and Kiyomizu-ware

New Arrivals: Traditional Pottery from Kyoto

Newly arrived Kyo-ware and Kiyomizu-ware. Enjoy the diverse world of Japanese pottery.

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Kyo-ware & Kiyomizu-ware Specialty Store – KOTOPOTTER

KOTOPOTTER is an online shop offering over 500 handcrafted Kyo-ware and Kiyomizu-ware pieces, all made in Kyoto.

Shop with Confidence

With over 10 years of experience in Kyoto pottery, the shop owner carefully selects each item and ships it with care.

Whether for everyday use or as a special gift, you can shop with peace of mind.

Discover the Story Behind Each Piece

Through our artist and kiln introduction blog, you can learn about the makers and the stories behind their work as you choose your favorite piece.

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Mugs Made in Kyoto – Kyo & Kiyomizu Ware

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Small plates Made in Kyoto – Kyo & Kiyomizu Ware

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Popular Kilns in Kyoto

KOTOPOTTER Original

KOTOPOTTER Exclusive: Original Kyo-ware & Kiyomizu-ware Collection

A curated selection of exceptional ceramics that blend traditional craftsmanship with modern sensibilities.

Experience the unique artistry of Kyoto’s time-honored pottery, reimagined for today.

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Featured Artist: Yoshinori Izumi Collection

In a tranquil workshop in Kyōhoku, Kyoto, Japan, ceramic artist Yoshinori Izumi creates handmade Tenmoku wares. The culmination of over fifty years of glaze research, each piece is a unique, once-in-a-lifetime work of art—no two are ever alike. Discover the refined beauty of this traditional Kyoto pottery—Kiyomizu-ware—that blends sophisticated technique with timeless artistry.

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Featured Artist: Ganka Kiln Collection

Renowned for its meticulous handcrafting and masterful painting techniques, Ganka Kiln creates ceramics that blend time-honored traditions with refined, contemporary aesthetics.

Each piece embodies elegance and character, seamlessly fitting into modern lifestyles while preserving the essence of Kyoto’s craftsmanship.

Discover tableware that brings both sophistication and warmth to everyday moments.

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Featured Artist: Tanaka pottery Collection

The pottery created by Tanaka Daiki is simple, high-quality vessels that blend into everyday life and reveal new beauty every time they are used.

These ceramic pieces are carefully crafted one by one in a quiet workshop in Keihoku, Kyoto, in close contact with nature. They fill the soul and bring brightness to your everyday life every time you pick them up.

The beautiful white porcelain and indigo blue dishes are warm masterpieces where tradition and modernity intersect.

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Featured Artist: Cunyo Collection

Cunyo (Tamie Ono) is a master painter who independently revived the traditional techniques of Kyo-Satsuma.

Her "Hana Satsuma" works are highly regarded as art pieces that blend traditional beauty with modern design.

Known for her use of gold accents and intricate detailing, her style plays a key role in connecting Japan's traditional crafts to the future.

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Featured Artist: Ichinyo Yamamoto Collection

Ichinyo Yamamoto dedicated his life to the art of Itchin Kōchi-yaki.

An award-winning master, he crafted ceramics of exceptional brilliance and refinement.

With its vibrant luster and intricate craftsmanship, his work remains a radiant gem in the history of Kyo-ware.

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The techniques of Kyoto ware and Kiyomizu ware

Kyo-yaki and Kiyomizu-yaki are embodied in delicate techniques.
Its history is elegant and beautiful.

He skillfully manipulates clay and glazes using his meticulously honed techniques.
A glimpse into the culture of Kyo-yaki and Kiyomizu-yaki through a single piece of pottery

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The beauty of Kyoto ware and Kiyomizu ware

"Kyoto-ness" is a culture of evolution and innovation.
Traditional patterns and newly created designs coexist, and the designs evolve every day.

The beauty of Kyo-yaki and Kiyomizu-yaki ware continues to evolve and innovate, vibrantly coloring culture.

See the world of Kyo-yaki and Kiyomizu-yaki

The world of Kyoto ware and Kiyomizu ware

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