The “National Pottery Festival” is held every year from early to mid-January at Kagoshima City’s Waterfront Park. This is a major event where carefully selected pottery from kilns all over Japan gathers.
A Wide Variety of Carefully Selected Pottery from Famous Production Areas!
Masterpieces from Japan’s leading kilns, such as Arita ware, Mino ware, and Shigaraki ware, line the venue. From everyday tableware to art-level pottery, the variety is truly diverse. Just looking at them is enjoyable.
Affordable Prices with Direct Sales from Kilns!
The appeal of this event is, above all, that you can purchase directly from the kilns. Therefore, there is a chance to obtain items at more affordable prices than usual. You can also enjoy the pleasure of finding your favorite piece.
Event Information
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Event Period | Usually early to mid-January |
| Venue | Central Green Space in front of Kagoshima Honko Dolphin Port (Honko Shinmachi, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima Prefecture) |
| Access | Approximately a 5-minute walk from the “Suizokukanguchi Tram Stop” on the Kagoshima City Tram |
| Admission Fee | Free |
| Parking | Available (Paid) |
Other
- Food and drink booths are also open within the venue.
- Rental of carry carts, which are convenient for carrying pottery, is also available.
Nearby Tourist Spots
- Sakurajima: An active volcano that is a symbol of Kagoshima. You can cross to it by ferry.
- Sengan-en: A garden associated with the Shimadzu family. Beautiful scenery spreads out against the backdrop of majestic Sakurajima.
- Kagoshima City Museum of Art: Various works of art are exhibited, mainly focusing on works by artists associated with the local area.
The National Pottery Festival is an irresistible event for pottery lovers. Please come and find your favorite piece!