Kyushu Ceramics Museum
Museum type :
Art and Culture

Established in :
18th Century

Holidays :
None

Visiting Hours :
9:30 to 17:00

Contact No :
81-6-6223-0055

Location :
Arita town, Saga Prefecture , Japan

Display Objects :

The Prefectural Kyushu Ceramics Museum collects ceramic items from the Kyushu region centered around works of Hizen.Then the "Kanbara Collection" section. This is a giant collection of "Ko-Imari"( Old Imari) and a highlight of the museum exhibition.

Also, the 1,300 piece "Shibata Collection" of Arita-yaki pot tery from the Edo Period, is on permanent display at the 5th Exhibit Room of the Museum. Outside the building, 25 porcelain bells presented by the German sister city of Meissen, ring their beautiful and gentle sound every hour. The bells can be heard throughout the area.




Description :

The Kyushu Ceramics Museum of Art is a museum in Fukuoka, Japan dedicated to the art, history and culture of ceramics. It was established in 1987 by the Kyushu Ceramics Association, and is Japan’s first museum to specialize in ceramics and related objects. The museum has a permanent collection of more than 400 items, including pottery, porcelain, and earthenware from China, Japan, Korea, and Europe, as well as contemporary works from Japan and other countries.

It also organizes temporary exhibitions and educational activities. The museum is a great place to learn about the history of ceramics, explore the different styles and techniques used in pottery, and even take part in hands-on workshops. Visitors to the museum can also take part in special events such as tea ceremonies and lectures by ceramic artists. The Kyushu Ceramics Museum of Art is a great place to explore the art and history of ceramics and gain a deeper understanding of the material.