窯元紹介

Pottery introduction

POTTERY INTRODUCTION

Furai Kiln

Furai Kiln
Uichirou Oya

He says "In Echizen, I aim to produce works with the atmosphere of Echizen, which can be used daily so that the user can feel a sense of relief".
He creates works that have the atmosphere of old Echizen ware, baked in a hole kiln. He also creates dishes coated in white, works with the shape of birds, animals, and stories.

Biography

1971

Born in Echizen-cho (former Miyazaki village)

1994

Graduated from Construction Course, Engineering Department, Kyoto University

1996

Completed the training course of Fukui Prefectural Pottery School

Started pottery at the communal pottery in former Miyazaki village, Echizen-cho

1998

Studied abroad in Domus Academy, Italy

2000