Asahiyaki Pottery Kiln

朝日焼

4.8Est. 60Uji, Kansai

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Overview

16th-century pottery kiln across the river from Byodo-in; tea-ceremony bowls in the muted Asahi-yaki style.

A pottery kiln founded in 1599, producing the muted Asahi-yaki style tea ceremony bowls that take their name from the dawn-light tone the clay achieves after firing. The current 16th-generation kiln-master Matsubayashi Hosai runs the family operation across the Uji River from Byodo-in. The on-site gallery shows historical pieces; the workshop is visible from the gallery's viewing window. Bowls range 5,000 yen to several million for master pieces.

Local tips

Closed Tuesdays. Pottery demonstrations run twice daily by appointment; the workshop's Sano-bashi side entrance is a 5-minute walk from Uji Bridge.

Practical info

Japanese name: 朝日焼
Payment: Cards accepted

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