The Kyushu Ceramic Museum

EXHIBITION

Ceramics of the Past and of the Future: The Timelessness of Traditional Japanese Craft Arts

*This exhibition has finished.

Fri, Sep 23, 2022 – Sun, Dec 04, 2022

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Exhibition Overview

The ceramics division of the Japan Kogei Association, which has led efforts to promote and support Japan's traditional ceramic craft arts, marks its 50th anniversary in 2022. In commemoration, this exhibition showcases the essence of Japanese traditional ceramic art, reflecting on the association's past activities and exploring the future path of traditional ceramic art in Japan.

The exhibition presents 139 works by 137 ceramic artists, including masterpieces by Living National Treasures and new works by up-and-coming ceramic artists through three themed sections.

It is an exceptional opportunity to view a masterpiece by each Living National Treasure all in one place. We hope many visitors will enjoy the breathtaking beauty of these ceramic artworks.

Exhibition Topics:
Section I: The Establishment of Traditional Kogei: Ceramics
Section II: The Artistry and Beauty of Traditional Kogei: Ceramics
Section III: The Future of Traditional Kogei: Ceramics

Exhibition Period

Friday, September 23 (public holiday) to Sunday, December 4, 2022
※Closed on Mondays and October 11(Open on October 10 and November 21)

Venue Kyushu Ceramic Museum, Exhibition Room 3 to 5
Admission Adults, ¥600 (¥500*); university students, ¥300 (¥200*)
Free for children under high-school students, and people with a disability card/proof of disability and their caregivers.
*Price per person for groups of 20 or more
Organizers Kyushu Ceramic Museum, Japan Kogei Association, NHK Enterprise Kyushu