Z019 MASHIKO
MASHIKO KANTO MASHIKO YAKI
This pottery was made by Nakamura Pottery Studio in Mashiko Town, Haga County, Tochigi Prefecture.
By putting salt in the kiln and firing the piece (a process known as salt glaze), the piece has a white speckled pattern on the surface.
Nakamura Fumimasa
1939 Born in Mashiko Town
1958 Studied ceramics at the Nagoya
Industrial Technology Testing Center
1961 Succeeded in his father’s kiln
1975 Presented to Prince Mikasa
1997 Awarded Kanto Bureau of International Trade and Industry Director’s Award
1999 Awarded Minister of International Trade and Industry Award