Mashiko Ceramic Art Museum

The Mashiko Ceramic Art Museum is a museum of diverse talents that are born from a free atmosphere, and its various styles are its charm. In particular, works by famous ceramic artists such as Hamada Shoji and Shimao Tatsuzo are a must-see! You can take your time and admire the works in a calm exhibition room. In addition, various special exhibitions are held throughout the year, making it an irresistible place for ceramic fans. If you visit Mashiko Town, be sure to stop by.

At the Mashiko Ceramic Art Museum, there is an exhibition room where you can experience the richness of Mashiko's ceramic culture. The works of representative ceramic artists such as Hamada Shoji and Shimao Tatsuzo, as well as the works of ceramic artists who worked at the early Leach Pottery, are also collected. In addition to permanent and special exhibitions, there is also a cafe and restaurant, allowing you to deepen your knowledge of Mashiko-yaki. When you visit the nature-rich town of Mashiko, we recommend spending some time leisurely at this museum.

At Mashiko Ceramic Art Museum, you can visit Hamada Shoji's former residence and noborigama kiln for free. The valuable old house, built in the late Edo period, and the noborigama kiln built on a slope allow you to feel the history of Mashiko-yaki pottery. In addition, there are many permanent and special exhibitions, attracting visitors from both Japan and abroad. When you visit the nature-rich town of Mashiko, you can deepen your knowledge of ceramic culture at this museum.

The Mashiko Ceramic Art Museum is a facility for artistic expression by diverse contemporary artists. You can learn about the history and culture of Mashiko-yaki pottery through the works of renowned ceramic artists such as Hamada Shoji and Tatsuzo Shimaoka. The permanent and special exhibitions are also impressive, with a free and open style that is quite attractive. In addition, the museum has a salon and cafe where you can relax and enjoy a cup of coffee. It's a must-see spot when visiting Mashiko town!