The ceramic figurines, which are based on red clay and retain their earthiness, all have expressive and humorous faces. They are unglazed and leave shades of carbonization and full of dynamism.
Profile
1971
Born in Tokyo, Japan
1995
Began to study ceramics in Kasama City
2005
Became independent in Kamiichihara, Kasama City, specialized in making dolls and figurines
2011
Moved to Ohbuchi, Kasama City
2012
Props creation for Koki Mitani's film Kiyosu Kaigi (Lion Incense Burner)