Seto(Akazu)

The Glazing of Seto(Akazu) Ware

Ash Glaze
In the early Heian Era, early examples of pottery fired in the cavern kilns as tableware for Heian nobility had only half of their surface covered in a natural glaze consisting of melted ash.

Iron Glaze
From the early Kamakura Era, iron glazing incorporating mizutare and oni’ita clay were used in firing. [...]

Seto(Akazu) - History

The time period for Seto Ware can be traced back to the time of Sue Ware just before the Hattori/Nara Eras, but it is difficult to decide exactly when. As a historical fact, though, a description concentrating on containers from Owari, Yamada-gun in the general vicinity of Seto being at the Imperial Court has been [...]

Seto(Akazu) - Photos

Ash Glaze

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Photos provided by the Seto Marutto Museum and the Seto Tourist Association.

Seto(Akazu) - Travel

Basic Information / Articles
 - Wikipedia
 - Wikitravel
 - iGuide
 - e-YAKIMONO.NET
 - Japan-i
 - Japan National Tourism Organization
 - English Web Site Seto
 - The Road Through Aichi and Nagoya’s Heartland
 - Seto Marutto Museum
 - Photos on flickr (Downtown / Train Station)

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