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Nabeshima Ware, Favored Feudal Lords (Saga Prefecture)

TRAVEL 2021 25 minutes Episode(s): 1 english English
[Colors in Japan]

 

During Japan's Edo period, the NabeshimaClan produced pottery known as "Nabeshimaware." Renowned for their intricate designs and vibrant colors, today, artisans in Okawauchiyama continue to uphold this centuries-old tradition, crafting exquisite pieces.



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