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	Initially produced for tea ceremonies, Agano ware embodies the spirit of wabi-sabi—appreciating the beauty in imperfection and transience. Its association with tea culture has cemented its status as a symbol of refined Japanese craftsmanship. Today, Agano ware continues to be cherished by tea masters, collectors, and enthusiasts worldwide.		Initially produced for tea ceremonies, Agano ware embodies the spirit of wabi-sabi—appreciating the beauty in imperfection and transience. Its association with tea culture has cemented its status as a symbol of refined Japanese craftsmanship. Today, Agano ware continues to be cherished by tea masters, collectors, and enthusiasts worldwide.

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	'''Agano ware''' (上野焼, ''Agano-yaki'') is a traditional Japanese pottery originating from Fukuchi Town in Tagawa District, Fukuoka Prefecture. Renowned for its elegance, lightweight construction, and distinctive glazes, it holds a significant place in Japan's ceramic heritage.		'''Agano ware''' (上野焼, ''Agano-yaki'') is a traditional Japanese pottery originating from Fukuchi Town in Tagawa District, Fukuoka Prefecture. Renowned for its elegance, lightweight construction, and distinctive glazes, it holds a significant place in Japan's ceramic heritage.

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	== History ==		== History ==
	Agano ware traces its origins to 1602 when Sonkai, a potter from the Kingdom of Joseon (modern-day Korea), was invited by the daimyo of Kokura Domain to establish a kiln in Agano. This initiative was supported by Hosokawa Tadaoki, a prominent tea master of the era.		Agano ware traces its origins to 1602 when Sonkai, a potter from the Kingdom of Joseon (modern-day Korea), was invited by the daimyo of Kokura Domain to establish a kiln in Agano. This initiative was supported by Hosokawa Tadaoki, a prominent tea master of the era.

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	The kiln became renowned for producing tea ceremony utensils, aligning with the aesthetic principles of wabi-sabi—emphasizing simplicity and understated beauty. By the mid-Edo period, Agano ware was recognized as one of the "Seven Kilns of Enshū", a group of esteemed kilns favored by tea master Kobori Enshū.		The kiln became renowned for producing tea ceremony utensils, aligning with the aesthetic principles of wabi-sabi—emphasizing simplicity and understated beauty. By the mid-Edo period, Agano ware was recognized as one of the "Seven Kilns of Enshū", a group of esteemed kilns favored by tea master Kobori Enshū.

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	== Characteristics ==		== Characteristics ==
	* '''Material''': Agano ware is typically crafted from local clay found in the Fukuchi region, contributing to its unique texture and appearance.		* '''Material''': Agano ware is typically crafted from local clay found in the Fukuchi region, contributing to its unique texture and appearance.
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	* '''Glaze''': A hallmark of Agano ware is its diverse glazing techniques. The most notable is the copper-based green rust glaze, which produces a vibrant blue-green hue. Other glazes include iron, white-brown, and transparent finishes, each imparting a distinct character to the pieces.		* '''Glaze''': A hallmark of Agano ware is its diverse glazing techniques. The most notable is the copper-based green rust glaze, which produces a vibrant blue-green hue. Other glazes include iron, white-brown, and transparent finishes, each imparting a distinct character to the pieces.

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	== Cultural significance ==		== Cultural significance ==
	Initially produced for tea ceremonies, Agano ware embodies the spirit of wabi-sabi—appreciating the beauty in imperfection and transience. Its association with tea culture has cemented its status as a symbol of refined Japanese craftsmanship. Today, Agano ware continues to be cherished by tea masters, collectors, and enthusiasts worldwide.		Initially produced for tea ceremonies, Agano ware embodies the spirit of wabi-sabi—appreciating the beauty in imperfection and transience. Its association with tea culture has cemented its status as a symbol of refined Japanese craftsmanship. Today, Agano ware continues to be cherished by tea masters, collectors, and enthusiasts worldwide.

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	* [[Japanese pottery and porcelain]]		* [[Japanese pottery and porcelain]]
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	* [[Wabi-sabi]]		* [[Wabi-sabi]]

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	* [https://www.crossroadfukuoka.jp/en/articles/agano_pottery Crossroad Fukuoka – Agano Pottery]		* [https://www.crossroadfukuoka.jp/en/articles/agano_pottery Crossroad Fukuoka – Agano Pottery]

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	'''Agano ware''' (上野焼, ''Agano-yaki'') is a traditional Japanese pottery originating from Fukuchi Town in Tagawa District, Fukuoka Prefecture. Renowned for its elegance, lightweight construction, and distinctive glazes, it holds a significant place in Japan's ceramic heritage.		'''Agano ware''' (上野焼, ''Agano-yaki'') is a traditional Japanese pottery originating from Fukuchi Town in Tagawa District, Fukuoka Prefecture. Renowned for its elegance, lightweight construction, and distinctive glazes, it holds a significant place in Japan's ceramic heritage.

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	* [https://www.crossroadfukuoka.jp/en/articles/agano_pottery Crossroad Fukuoka – Agano Pottery]		* [https://www.crossroadfukuoka.jp/en/articles/agano_pottery Crossroad Fukuoka – Agano Pottery]
	* [https://www.mingei-arts-gallery.com/oeuvres/ceramic/agano-yaki Mingei Arts Gallery – Agano-yaki]		* [https://www.mingei-arts-gallery.com/oeuvres/ceramic/agano-yaki Mingei Arts Gallery – Agano-yaki]

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	'''Agano ware''' (上野焼, ''Agano-yaki'') is a traditional Japanese pottery originating from Fukuchi Town in Tagawa District, Fukuoka Prefecture. Renowned for its elegance, lightweight construction, and distinctive glazes, it holds a significant place in Japan's ceramic heritage.		'''Agano ware''' (上野焼, ''Agano-yaki'') is a traditional Japanese pottery originating from Fukuchi Town in Tagawa District, Fukuoka Prefecture. Renowned for its elegance, lightweight construction, and distinctive glazes, it holds a significant place in Japan's ceramic heritage.

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	'''Agano ware''' (上野焼, ''Agano-yaki'') is a traditional Japanese pottery originating from Fukuchi Town in Tagawa District, Fukuoka Prefecture. Renowned for its elegance, lightweight construction, and distinctive glazes, it holds a significant place in Japan's ceramic heritage.		'''Agano ware''' (上野焼, ''Agano-yaki'') is a traditional Japanese pottery originating from Fukuchi Town in Tagawa District, Fukuoka Prefecture. Renowned for its elegance, lightweight construction, and distinctive glazes, it holds a significant place in Japan's ceramic heritage.

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	[[File:~~Agano_ware~~.~~png~~\|thumb\|~~250\|Agano Ware Tea Bowl (Agano~~-~~yaki), Fukuoka Prefecture,~~ Japan, ~~17th Century~~		[[File:MET 16198.jpg\|thumb\|Wine Bottle - Japan (MET, 93.1.153)]]
	Stoneware with copper-based green rust glaze. This handcrafted piece exemplifies the elegance and lightweight construction characteristic of Agano ware, a pottery tradition established by Korean potters in Japan during the early Edo period. Celebrated for its refined minimalist form and subtle glazes, Agano ware was historically produced for tea ceremonies, reflecting the Japanese aesthetic of wabi-sabi—finding beauty in simplicity and imperfection.]]

	'''Agano ware''' (上野焼, ''Agano-yaki'') is a traditional Japanese pottery originating from Fukuchi Town in Tagawa District, Fukuoka Prefecture. Renowned for its elegance, lightweight construction, and distinctive glazes, it holds a significant place in Japan's ceramic heritage.		'''Agano ware''' (上野焼, ''Agano-yaki'') is a traditional Japanese pottery originating from Fukuchi Town in Tagawa District, Fukuoka Prefecture. Renowned for its elegance, lightweight construction, and distinctive glazes, it holds a significant place in Japan's ceramic heritage.