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Kyomizu Yaki gets its name from the Kyoto pottery that was grilled in front of the gates of the Kiyomizu (Pure Water) Temple. Soon, the numbers of potters in the area increased, and in general it became known as the "Kyo Yaki - Kiyomizu Yaki". Kyo Yaki/Kiyomizu Yaki doesn't have an defining characteristic such as those of the Kutaniyaki (of Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture) or the Imari Yaki (of Imari City, Saga Prefecture). Instead, using the local flavor of Kyoto as a foundation, it also takes in and uses the styles and many great producing areas, both domestically and from overseas, to create a multi-faceted expression. This is the charm of Kiyomizu Yaki. The craftsmen of Kiyomizu Yaki are exceptionally detailed - able to paint pictures in areas that the eyes don't usually catch, and with the ability to add color to even the thinnest of areas.

Just one look at Kiyomizu Yaki, and you'll understand that it's different from Kutaniyaki and Imari Yaki. If we were to try to describe Kiyomizu Yaki in one word, it's that its indescribable. You'll find all sorts of pottery, from the traditional, modern designs, simple, showy, many various different patterns.

			Pottery Porcelain Raw Materials Pottery Soil Porcelain Stones Water-Absorbing Properties Yes Its best to properly dry before storing. In particular, please be careful of the development of mold when stored in high places! No Wipe away any water with a cloth and its ready for storage. Heat-Retention Properties Yes Does not heat or cool down easily No Heats and cools easily. Shock-Absorbent Weak Weak against shocks as compared to porcelain Strong Although strong against shocks as compared to pottery, there are circumstances where its weak from the side. Thermal Shock Property Strong Nothing in particular to take care of Wear Cracks may form in cases of high temperature difference Hardness As the foundation is rough and baked at moderately low temperatures, it may be prone to breaking. With a detailed foundation baked at relatively high temperatures, its fairly strong. Translucency The foundation includes colors. Light doesn't pass through. The foundation is white which allows for light to pass through. Reverberation Fairly low, muddy sound. Metallic, clear sound. Type Examples Masuko Yaki, Satsuma Yaki, Hagi Yaki, etc. Tobe Yaki, Arita Yaki, Kutani Yaki, etc. Bake Temperature Baked at a temperature less than porcelain, lowest approx. 1200°C is most common. As a gentle bake, the temperature may even go lower than 1000°C. Generally baked at high temperatures, averaging around 1300°C.
	Yakimono, or ceramics, can be largely divided up into pottery and porcelain. The biggest difference between the two are the materials used. If we look at and choose carefully the special characteristics of each, we will come to discover new things about them.

As a member of the Kyoto Craft Arts Exhibition, he has won several awards, including the Nikkei Newspaper Industry Award and the Ministry of Education Encouragement Award. He is also an examiner for the International Ceramics Exhibition. He produces rare items that receive great reviews from VIP's from every country, as well as high-quality Japanese restaurants. The Shimizu Ceramics Studio carry on tradition while incorporating present day techniques to create works that are full of creativity. Based on ceramic ware, containers made from glass, lacquer, wood paper, and metal are forged at an affordable price. Features many new and original items that have been made in mind for ease of use. Handles all artisan and pottery works that are located in or connected to Kyoto. From Kyoto, the place where tradition was developed, galleries from inside and outside of the old capital are managed. The plan made from 48 pottery boards from inside and outside the capital are well worth a look. http://www.rakuchu-rakugai.jp/world/