How a Japanese Town Keeps its 800 Year Pottery Tradition Alive
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 พ.ค. 2024
- Tambayaki, or Tamba ware, is an 800 year old tradition that is still carried on today by about 60 kilns located around the Tachikui district.
What is often the case when hearing about these kinds of traditional practices, is that you find out it's a dying craft. So it's encouraging to hear that this group of potters have not only been able to keep the craft alive generation after generation, but they are still thriving to this day.
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Thanks to the city of Tamba Sasayama for sponsoring this video. The city of Tamba Sasayama has been certified as an official Japanese heritage site by the Agency for Cultural Affairs and as a UNESCO Creative City in the field of Crafts and Folk Arts. The city's prevalent rich history and culture have resulted in it being the location for several movies and period dramas. Special thanks as well to Kotoukan for showing us their collection.
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- Tamba kotoukan www.tanbakotoukan.jp/
- Tambayaki tanbayaki.com/
- Tanba Style tanbayaki.net/
- Rokkoyo en.sixancientkilns.jp/
- Taiga kobo taigakobo.com/
- Gahougama www.gahougama.com/
- Toshihikogama toshihikogama.com/
- Tanbungama tanbungama.com/
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Great video. As always.
I like the last guy. "Yes I do pottery, but look excavator. Oh, btw my forklift goes up and down."
I dont know why, but i like that kind of people
You probably enjoy that kind of people because they don't let what they do define who they are nor what they enjoy. There is magic and freshness in them for they are free inside =D .
same lol, I mean why not show it off. He bought it, he's proud of it.
Most people do not realise how much work it is to woodfire a pot! It is great to see potters still continuing the tradition in 2021.
This is something I think about alot. We have skills, ideas, and crafts that are disappearing all the time and we are replacing them with substandard things because it's convienient. If it continues, we'll all be the same substandard people. It's good to see that people are keeping traditions and distinctions alive.
I do agree with you , but I think saying that people are becoming substandard is a bit of an exaggeration. Time always moves on and new traditions rise and old ones die. People will still remember them, but cant stay in the past forever. These days even something like a good piece of code can be seen as an art/skill. And people these days still come up with new traditions. I do not think that the world is turning into one hivemind, you just have to open your eyes and look around.
I agree
The old ways need to be preserved and recognized
Practically speaking, I think Basic Income would allow many "economically not viable" cultural traditions to survive.
it's not just a tradition.. is useful for survival too.
That is why I became a teacher. I teach pottery, sculpture, and film photography to high school kids. I am a very lucky person.
Wow. I visited that area back in 2003 during a pottery tour with my university’s pottery club. I remember those kilns.
Wow that's a long time ago.. How's life been to you??
as someone who’ll be majoring in ceramics in uni very soon, i’m really thankful you took the time to produce this content 🙏🏻
I’ve been there! (its about 2 hours from where I live) and it really was a cool place. As for why this local tradition has managed to survive, I think Greg put it well when he said that they’ve managed to market their area ‘as a brand’. This approach has been very successful at helping rural areas around Japan survive economically and keep their traditions alive. It’s also one of the things I love about traveling around rural Japan.
So how does it work? Do they have a lot of daily tourists that drive out to their town just to buy special pottery?
People go to a place like that for the experience. There’s a certain look and feeling that those places have. In my family’s case it’s like, “what are we gonna do this weekend? Hey, why don’t we head out to that old pottery village?” Get there in the late morning, wander around a bit, get lunch at some cool little cafe or soba shop, wander some more, take pictures, do a little shopping, buy some souvenirs... a nice way to spend a Saturday.
Love seeing this small-scale artistry/craftsmanship! It is oh so human.
I'm a potter, I've thrown over 120,000 pieces of pottery, and still when I see hand made work I swoon. Other potters will understand this deep feeling.
jep, I went to university to do liberal arts. Usually people hated on other students works even the teachers where mean to their students. But with potters the love for the craft, the material and the endless variety comes through.
Those potteries with the flower designs are gorgeous! Great video, Greg.
As some one who does a bit of pottery , it is a very interesting topic to watch!
What do you call a kiln master who doesn't shave?
Hairy potter
I'll take it
I'll take it
I'll take it
Damn
What do you call a ghost with a kiln? Scary Potter
Japanese pottery is what made me want to become a potter!! I want to focus on Japanese pottery because I just love the ideology and thought put behind them
No, you wanted to focus on Japanese poetry because a westerner doing Japanese stuff is kitschy and pretentious. Pottery, movies, woodwork, tea, whatever, you like to act all cultured. Start with the basics.
@@PostSasso poetry is also pre cool! Also being told I'm a westerner by some rando online is hilarious (I'm asian as can be). Liking something as intricate and beautiful of any form of art should not be gatekeeped by others. You did not pass the vibe check today :)
@@nemuneko5155 As a western guy who gets this a lot for speaking japanese and such, thank you Catherine.
You have a beautiful day now. You have passed the vibe check.
Good on you! Keep your dream alive. Don't listen to jerks.
I have a book from a local mead brewer.
When he started out brewing mead himself, he found out that the newest book on mead brewing was from the 1600's
he makes brewing courses for homebrewers
This appeals to me at least as much as pottery. Sounds really cool!
Hey Greg, how are you?
At 13:05 it is one of the key elements of your channel.
To do what *you* love.
Only then you can be passionate about it and get the best out of the material to show us.
That's why I'm on your channel and spread word of it to my friends.
As long as you are honest to yourself and to us.
Have a nice weekend
John from Germany
Greg: "Here's a video about traditional Japanese pottery."
Masahiko-san: "So anyway here's my forklift."
For people asking about links to potters, here's some for you!
- Tamba kotoukan www.tanbakotoukan.jp/
- Tambayaki tanbayaki.com/
- Tanba Style tanbayaki.net/
- Rokkoyo en.sixancientkilns.jp/
- Taiga kobo taigakobo.com/
- Gahougama www.gahougama.com/
- Toshihikogama toshihikogama.com/
- Tanbungama tanbungama.com/
And here's the credits for pottery from the Tamba kotoukan collection:
0:53 大壺 Ootsubo, 14th c, Tamba kotoukan collection
0:56 せんべい壺 Senbei tsubo, 19th c, Tamba kotoukan collection
1:00 桶 Oke, 16th c, Tamba kotoukan collection
1:03 灰釉窯変四耳壺 Haiyu youhen shijiko, 17th c, Tamba kotoukan collection
1:06 灰釉窯変耳付花入れ Haiyu youhen mimitsuki hanaire, 17th c, Tamba kotoukan collection
1:30 墨流し六角徳利 suminagashirokkakutokkuri 白地笹文徳利 shirojisasamontokkuri,19th c, Tamba kotoukan collection
1:32 海老徳利 ebidokkuri, 19th c, Tamba kotoukan collection
1:35 廣口茶入れ hirokutichaire, 17th c, Tamba kotoukan collection
9:55 水差しmizusashi, 17th c, Tamba kotoukan collection
10:04 赤土部窯変大徳利 akadobeyouhenootokkuri, 17th c, Tamba kotoukan collection
Just when i thought I was going to sleep.
He pulls me back in
I love, love, loved this video! I love the videos interviewing people and their lives. There is something so raw about it and it makes me emotional just watching it. Watching peoples raw emotions about their livelihoods... Really puts a smile on my face and tears to the eyes.
This was sure a peaceful and inspiring video! I love the pottery, the food and admire how the Japanese keep their communities, work spaces and homes so clean and orderly!
The pottery/art used from the castle city is exceptional.
Such beautiful works ! Pottery is so sensory - and brings out beauty in a natural way. I like the way the restauranteur said he makes his food that suit the pieces of pottery that he’s given . ☺️
🥰 hearing about the balance these artists are striking between the commercial and creative. thank you!
I have to say that your videos are the most spectacular videos on TH-cam. The image and audio quality, the sounds and brings the most interesting aspects of Japan. Thanks, and congrats! 😉
I always loved these simple style pottery that has an earthy feel to them.
You are my favourite TH-camr that showcases different areas of Japan. Your videos are so easy to watch while also being extremely informative. I’m a big fan of Japanese pottery and had no idea of this area. I will definitely stopping here on my next trip to Japan post pandemic.
Thanks for great content!
Greg, you outdid yourself with this one. While displaying Japanese culture is nothing new for you, this one struck a chord with me. I was able to experience tradition that also has a current and practical application, plus i felt like i was there.
We have been to Japan once and hope to go again. This is definitely going on the itinerary as my wife is a potter and loves the rough and simple styles that some of the artists are making.
I wish i had such a beautiful culture ❤
I've been watching this anime on pottery and then this video...just fascinating. We used to have this community of potters where I'm from but it's a dying trade now.
Thanks for this, one more place to visit when it's eventually possible to do so.
12:49 These videos are always works of art themselves. But every so often there are moments of dad / husband humor too. The contrast makes them even funnier. I always look forward to more; thank you!
One of your best videos… wait, almost all of your videos are one of your best videos! This was an awsome way to see those japanese traditions we all like to learn about.
It wasn't all bad that Covid brought to us.
It gave us time to seek inner peace and reminded us to find beauty in familiar things.
Gspar20: I so appreciate what you posted! Inner peace has alluded the world. Very sad. Inner peace/spirituality. Again thank you so much.
I want to go there someday!
There's something poetic about what Suzuki-san does @ 12:26
Just shows how skilled and creative he can get when he makes food based on the pottery he's given. I hope these potters continue to thrive and get to keep the tradition, craftsmanship, and artistry going for future generations.
Your videos where you travel to lesser known areas (in the eyes of foreigners) produces fantastic content, keep up the good work!
There is a village a bit like this not so far from where I live in France. It's smaller but the spirit is the same, they also share a open kiln like this one :)
Great video! Always love to see these small town artist videos from you.
I would love more videos like this--exploring local artisanry.
Another fascinating video! Enjoy following along with your curiosities! Well done explaining the traditions of various potters, how the generations work together & how they sell their work. Gold star!
Wow, what beautiful pieces and history. Strongly wishing to increase my Japanese pottery collection...
I love this video! I love seeing locals artists being showcased
We got here from your video on Japanese hand-dyed towels. I have to say, you always pick such interesting topics to explore.
And pottery is going to be one of my favorite morning my wife and I'd love to go to that town thank you very much for sharing I'm just Happy that you showed that place I'll be watching it repeatedly that the video I've saved it on my favorites! 🙏 🥰
It's a place to place to visit.
My wife is Japanese I do go to Japan often but we don't do much traveling it's pretty much with family and friends relatives...... 🥰🏚️🏡🛖🚗🍵🍶👀
Loved this! Love all your vids...keep em coming!
Another great video always looking forward to what comes next !
Thank you for taking on this tour! It’s incredible to see
This is great. I also visited a father and son duo there. If I remember correctly, the son was doing lamp or something like that as his special thing. Is is nice to see that even if they keep the tradition, they have space to innovate and express their own style.
This pottery is really fantastic ! I love the diversity of styles gathered in the same area ! Thank you for the video :)
Great work! Thanks for sharing these traditions with us!
"Old pottery makes me feel happy and excited". That's the dream, to feel passion and derive joy from craft.
Your videos are always an absolute joy to watch. Thank you so much for sharing!
Absolutely loved this video, wonderful to see people getting to do what they love.
That was wonderful, thank you!
Your vids are just therapeutic, thank you 😊
You are doing such a good job of making me want to visit these places!
Great video, really enjoyed this one. Thanks!
I wish I could go there and learn some pottery myself! Great work, absolutely loved the video!
Really loved this video, it’s fascinating to see the process in detail
I really enjoyed this short documentary. Perfect length, and great content.
I loved this video so much! Thank you so much for making it!
i always hoped that you’d make a pottery video and here we are !!! rly enjoyed this thank you!!
This is incredible. So, so beautiful. Love it!
Some epic pieces in this video. Thanks for making it.
Thank you for the beautiful video!
This was so wonderful, thank you for sharing! I especially love the the collaboration between the potter and the chef. I'd love to visit that restaurant!
Beautiful video! thank you so much for showing us this gourgeous art!
Simply WOW! What a wonderful vid! In middle-income country like India it's extremely difficult to keep the blue pottery (variety of Indian ceramics) however, government and non-profits are trying different strategies for the same. Some models of entrepreneurship and formation of membership based organisations for preserving the art forms.
Loved This! Thank you for sharing.
When I was in Japan, I was hoping to find a pottery piece like a cup or tray to bring home. Although many of them are beautiful, I didn't find one that suited me (because I'm too pick) and regret not compromising before I ran out of time. Next time I'm there, it'll be a priority to find something. Thanks for making this video!
A option is to actually ask them to make one on commission. You don't have to compromise. It might take some time to do so but you will get the best option made just for you.
@@sirBrouwer As nice as that sounds, I would deeply saddened if I break it at some point. Not that I'm clumsy, but the slight risk of losing something special would prevent me from using it often. The only other option is to buy multiples as back ups.
@@SpartanFarron That can be a option. make it a small set. Or it could be something you just have as a piece of art. Might even be nicer as they can give it even more detail and be a bit less concern for practicality. And if it ever breaks. (more reason to go back again)
@@glenncambray626 You injected yourself into a 2 month old comment to complain about nothing. Give yourself a break.
When I lived in Japan I visited the Onta pottery village in Oita prefecture. It was so cool, and reminds me a lot of this place. So cool!
Loved this one! It reminded me of the time I went to a sort of flea market in the outskirts of Saitama prefecture and found some beautiful looking pottery that I bought for my host family as a gift! They really are beautifully crafted :) keep these up!
Such a great video! Thank you
I love watching people doing things like this. It sometimes feels like these traditions and skills are slowly fading away.
Wow! Awesome video Greg. Very educational
Great video! Thanks for sharing these special stories with us.
Thank you for making great videos! :)
It's amazing how varied the styles of pottery are, but all are beautiful. Great stuff as always Greg!
Thank you so much for sharing. Amazing video
Your art compliments theirs beautifully. Your video is one of the most aesthetically pleasing that I have had the pleasure of viewing on my new LG CX Oled. The colors really blew me away.
I appreciate your approach to video making for yourself and for others.
I love this style of video promoting cultural heritage, watching Japanese craftsman at work, thank you!
PS: Beautiful camerawork too, you're a very lucky man to have such a wonderfully rewarding occupation !
This was really great. Enjoyed it very much. Hope to see such a video again.😀
So interesting, thanks for posting!
One of my favorite videos thus far. Thank you for the education. Keep up the amazing job! 🙏
Great video as usual! Thanks!
I am so happy you made this video
Another great video by Greg. Love the content! You are showing us things that most of us will never be able to see for ourselves.
This video was especially beautiful and peaceful. Thank you!
Thank you!!🥰
I love the style of your videos and the topics are always ON POINT. So wholesome :)
Utilitarian yet individual art pieces. Pleasing to the soul. Lovely. Thanks. Cheers
I love that video (and pottery so it was the perfect match ;-) )! It is quite nice to see that each family and each artist from the same family is using its own style to create unique pieces. And quite cool to see the ascending kiln technique :O
Thanks for doing these videos that allow us to travel, even if we cannot do it ourselves! Keep up the good work Greg!
Thank you. I loved this.
Enjoyed this beautiful video immensely! Thank you 🙏
Wish more content on TH-cam was like this. Thank you for highlighting the beautiful these people do and showing us things most of us would never be able to see.
Great video - so nice to see such a peaceful and creative community. thank you for filming and sharing this 🙏
This was really cool, thank you! I love learning new things. :)
Yes, it’s the rural Japan I always wanted to see, since I read human geography at university! My friend Totoro helped too ( I was over 40 when I saw it with my daughter)!
I remember visit a foundry in my local hometown looking to commission some brass castings, during their factory tour they showed us a long kiln like the Korean kiln used to be run by the owner's great grandfather as a pottery factory. It was about a 100 meters long and in near perfect condition. I was amazed they didn't show it to others more. It's a piece of history hidden away in a warehouse. The owner didn't want to get rid of it because it's their family heirloom and history.
This was such a beautiful and visually pleasing video. Also, I'll be adding this city to my to visit places in Japan when I get to travel there 💖