update:2019.11.16

Experience ceramic art with an electric potter's wheel and hand-kneading! Let's try making Mashiko ware in Tochigi prefecture!

Interesting words in this article: Horse head, Motegi, Mashiko, Moka Ceramic art experience

Recently, Japan has been completely wrapped up in the autumn season. Even in the Kanto region, the temperature will drop sharply from November, and the hours of sunshine will be shorter. Due to the sudden drop in temperature, many people are vulnerable to the cold and tend to refrain from going out. Certainly, experiencing outdoor activities in the winter requires some experience and preparedness. Inexperienced people are more likely to be in danger, especially when strolling in cold snowy mountains. So let's look at indoor activities.

The artistic scenery colored with autumn leaves is a sight to see, but nature is not the only place that symbolizes the "autumn of art." Pursuing a sense of spiritual fulfillment through the creation and appreciation of works is also a fine cultural activity suitable for "Autumn of Art". In addition to literature, music, theater and dance, viewing paintings and works of art at museums is a unique way to enjoy "Autumn of Art". However, if you are Japanese, why not pay attention to "plastic arts"?

There are many traditional crafts in Japan, and many crafts are still made in various regions. Among the traditional crafts that Japan is proud of, there are some that are popular not only in Japan but also overseas. So, this time, I chose "Mashiko ware" from many traditional crafts.

What is Mashiko ware?

The production areas of pottery are scattered all over Japan, and each region has its own unique characteristics. Among such many pottery, one of Japan's representative specialty products is "Mashiko ware". It is said that the history of "Mashiko ware" began in the middle of the 19th century at the end of the Edo period. Keizaburo Otsuka, who made Sasama-yaki in Ibaraki Prefecture, searched for another land where pottery clay suitable for pottery could be obtained. and, Ceramic art Choosing the area around Mashiko Town, Tochigi Prefecture, was the key to the birth of "Mashiko Yaki". At that time, familiar daily necessities such as braziers, water jars, jars and clay bottles were mainly made. Mashiko Town, Tochigi Prefecture, is close to the metropolitan area and was suitable for distribution, so it seems that it developed in a blink of an eye.

The current "Mashiko ware" has evolved to become widely known as a work of art with the addition of original designs and methods. Now " Ceramic art Mashiko is a representative of the city. The main street "Shirouchizaka-dori" is lined with cafes, galleries, and shops selling Mashiko ware with a rich personality. It has become famous both in Japan and overseas and is held every year. Many visitors come to the Mashiko Pottery Market event.

It's fun just to look around the pottery lined up on the eaves.

The characteristics of "Mashiko ware" are its thickness, weight, and chubby shape. The texture of the soil is also solid, so you can feel the simple taste of pottery. But that's not the only attraction. It is a fusion of tradition and cutting-edge design, and is still evolving and loved by many people. Also, the glaze made from the same Mashiko and the soil used for "Mashiko ware" go great together! The colors are colored with candy glaze and celadon glaze, giving the work depth.

In this way, "Mashiko ware" is a pottery recommended for those who value fashion and tradition! Perfect for creative activities to enjoy in "Autumn of Art"! So you can make your own "Mashiko ware" Ceramic art Offering an experience plan Ceramic art I carefully selected the classrooms!

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1. [Mashiko Town, Tochigi Prefecture] Hand-made ceramic art experience that can be easily enjoyed by men and women of all ages! Beginners welcome!

《Tour period》
Year-round
<< What is included in the price >>
Experience fee, material cost, glaze fee, firing fee (1 point)
* Clay 800g (1,300 yen) You can freely make plates, teacups, teacups, etc.
《Age of participation》
6 years old ~
"meeting time"
Please enter your desired time in the remarks column at the time of reservation below
8: 30-16: 00
《Time required》
Within one hour
"The meeting place"
Hasegawa Toen
4240 Mashiko, Mashiko Town, Haga District, Tochigi Prefecture

It is a plan that you can experience making Mashiko ware vessels and figurines. Please be assured even if you have never experienced hand-kneading. The instructor will support the first person firmly. We welcome men and women of all ages, so if you are interested in it, please join us. In addition, it is OK for small children and adults to participate together, so it is ideal for making memories of family trips.

In this plan, you can choose from plates, bowls, and Mashiko ware dolls. There are 10 types of finished colors, and you can choose freely, so please decide the color by imagining the finished product. Let's expand your own imagination and make only one original work in the world!

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2. [Tochigi Prefecture Ceramic Art Experience] Full-scale ceramic art experience with an electric potter's wheel! Couple-only plan

[Tochigi, Mashiko] Share one pottery wheel with your child, partner, or friends, and enjoy a great pottery experience with an electric potter's wheel!

Hasegawa Toen

Horse head, Motegi, Mashiko, Moka

7,400 Yen ~ (tax included)

Mashiko Town in Tochigi Prefecture is famous for Mashiko ware. This is an electric potter's wheel experience plan where you can make the Mashiko pottery yourself. In this plan, the firing fee for 4 medium-sized items such as plates and bowls is included. Why don't you make your own original pottery with free ideas? Please feel free to come and experience it. 1 large size is equivalent to 2 medium sizes

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《Tour period》
Year-round
<< What is included in the price >>
Baking fee for 4 points, experience fee, material cost, glaze fee
* You can freely make plates, teacups, teacups, etc.
《Age of participation》
6 years old ~
"meeting time"
Please enter your desired time in the remarks column at the time of reservation below
9: 00/10: 30/13: 00/15: 00
《Time required》
1-2 hours
"The meeting place"
Hasegawa Toen
4240 Mashiko, Mashiko Town, Haga District, Tochigi Prefecture

Anyone can participate in the plan in the previous section, but this plan is what! It is a plan to enjoy Mashiko ware experience with a couple using one potter's wheel! It is an experience plan to produce "Mashiko ware" with an electric potter's wheel, but some people may be new to the electric potter's wheel. But when it comes to collaborating with a lover, there's nothing wrong with it! There is no doubt that you will get along well with one potter's wheel and improve your intimacy ♪ The appearance of concentrating on production may have an unexpected side that you can not see on a normal date. .. In that case, please take a picture and leave one of your memories!

By the way, this plan is reasonably priced at 6500 yen for half a day for two people. In addition, you can make 5 pieces of pottery such as plates and bowls. Of course, the firing fee is a fee. Let's enjoy the joint production of the two people to the fullest and aim for the work you envisioned!

By the way, you can choose the glaze that determines the finished color from about 11 types. If you are a woman, you want to make it a cute color, so it is important to choose a glaze!

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3. [Tochigi / Mashiko] Enjoy the feeling of a potter with an electric potter's wheel! Mashiko ware pottery experience in 60 minutes-Groups are welcome

[Tochigi / Mashiko] Enjoy the feeling of a potter's wheel with an electric potter's wheel! Mashiko ware pottery experience in 60 minutes-Groups are welcome

Mashiko Pottery Kiln Former Co-Sales Center Ceramics Class

Horse head, Motegi, Mashiko, Moka

4,070 Yen ~ (tax included)

5.0
(3 reviews / experiences)

It is a plan that you can make as many works as you like within the usage time of the electric potter's wheel. There are 45 potter's wheels in the spacious classroom, so you can feel free to join by yourself or in a group. Please wait for about 2 months until it is baked and completed. You will receive only one wonderful work in the world that will be a memory of your trip. * To overseas of baked works

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《Tour period》
Year-round
<< What is included in the price >>
Experience fee, material cost, consumption tax
《Age of participation》
6 years old ~
"meeting time"
Please come to the store by the time of your reservation and complete the reception.
(Enjoy the experience after explaining the production procedure)
《Time required》
Within one hour
"The meeting place"
Mashiko Pottery Kiln Former Co-Sales Center Ceramics Class
706-2 Mashiko Oaza, Mashiko Town, Haga District, Tochigi Prefecture

Located in Mashiko Town's largest shopping gallery "Mashiko Pottery Kiln Co-Sales Center" Ceramic art It is a plan provided by the hands-on classroom. There are 45 potter's wheels in the spacious classroom. We accept reservations from one person, but it is ideal for group and family experiences.

Use an electric potter's wheel Ceramic art Places clay on a rotating table and gently attaches hands and fingers to shape it. Since it is basic to make a circle shape using rotation, it is suitable for making teacups and teacups. Since they touch the electric potter's wheel and make potter's wheel from clay, each person creates a unique work. Even if you make the same thing, there is no one thing that is the same. Each will be the only pottery in the world.

By the way, it is a plan that you can create as many works as you like within the usage time of the electric potter's wheel. It will take about two months to complete, but you will surely be impressed when it arrives. Let's take on the challenge of creating wonderful works that will be memories of your trip!

At the "Mashiko Pottery Kiln Co-Sales Center" where this experience class is located, "Mashiko Yaki" is exhibited and sold, from affordable daily tableware to works by young artists and living national treasures. Recommended just by looking at the shops and galleries. In addition, there are restaurants where you can enjoy local specialties, so even families can enjoy it ♪

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Finally

What did you think. When I live in Japan, I often hear "Mashiko ware". However, some people may not know what kind of pottery it is. In this article, I wrote about the history and characteristics of "Mashiko ware". I hope you could feel the sharpness that is perfect for "Autumn of Art". The attention overseas is increasing year by year, such as the Mashiko ware gallery event being held in New York, USA. It's worth experiencing before it's expected to be crowded with tourists from abroad!

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