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    Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm

    3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
    612-822-4611

Open Daily: 10am - 10pm | Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm
3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
612-822-4611
Beginners Guide to Japanese Pottery: A Practical Introduction to Japanese Ceramics, Tea Ware, Wabi-Sabi Aesthetics, Traditional Kilns, and Mindful Pot

Beginners Guide to Japanese Pottery: A Practical Introduction to Japanese Ceramics, Tea Ware, Wabi-Sabi Aesthetics, Traditional Kilns, and Mindful Pot

Kamada, Emiho

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Pottery & CeramicsGlass & Ceramics

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ISBN13: 9798243730037
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Jan 12 2026
Pages: 94
Weight: 0.53
Height: 0.19 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Discover the Timeless Art of Japanese Pottery - Step into the Studio of a Master Potter

As a professional Japanese potter, I've spent decades shaping clay, tending kilns, and exploring the subtle beauty of imperfection that defines Japanese ceramics. In Beginners Guide to Japanese Pottery, I invite you to step into this world with me, whether you're picking up clay for the very first time or seeking to deepen your understanding of centuries-old traditions.

This book is more than a manual-it's a journey. You will learn how to transform a simple lump of clay into bowls, cups, and plates that are not only functional but infused with character, presence, and the quiet elegance of wabi-sabi. I guide you through every stage of the craft, from choosing and preparing clay to mastering hand-building techniques, wheel-throwing fundamentals, glazing methods, and firing practices in both modern and traditional kilns.

Alongside practical projects, you will discover the history and philosophy behind Japanese pottery-the cultural rituals, the aesthetic principles, and the stories of master artisans that have shaped this timeless art. Each page is crafted to be interactive, realistic, and immersive, allowing you to feel the texture of clay beneath your fingers, understand the rhythm of the wheel, and appreciate the transformative power of fire.

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