Ceramics
Echizen Ware Ceramics
越前焼
One of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns, Echizen pottery from Fukui produces rustic unglazed stoneware with natural ash glazes and earthy textures fired since the 12th century.
| Japanese Name | 越前焼 |
|---|---|
| Category | Ceramics |
| Prefecture | Fukui Prefecture (福井県) |
| Region | 福井市、あわら市、丹生郡越前町、三方上中郡若狭町 (福井市、あわら市、丹生郡越前町、三方上中郡若狭町) |
| Main Products | 酒器、花器、茶器、日用雑器、壷、かめ |
| Designated | March 12, 1986 |