About: Sinkogama
This family based ceramics studio, established in 1895 is guided by the current 5th generation owner Mr. Kazuaki Tanaka, and based in Toki city, Gifu prefecture, Japan. Each of their ceramics pieces are handcrafted one at a time.
As around 70% of Toki City is covered with hilly terrain and an abundance of suitable clay, pottery making has a rich history in the area – being practiced since the Heian period (1,300 years ago). This flourishing hub brings together many ceramic artists and homes Sinkogama's studio and kilns.