Otani Pottery Village

大谷焼の里

4.4Est. 60Naruto, Shikoku

Overview

Home of the massive Otani-yaki indigo dyeing jars.

This village produces the largest ceramic wares in Japan, traditionally used for indigo dyeing and lotus water lilies. Visitors can see the climbing kilns and try their hand at the pottery wheel. The scale of the pottery here is unlike anywhere else.

Practical info

Japanese name: 大谷焼の里
Nearest station: Awa-Otani Station (10 min walk)
Payment: Cards accepted
Reservations: Book workshops through the studio's website or by phone at least 1-2 days ahead. Walk-in possible on quiet weekdays.

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