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	'''Akazu ware''' (Japanese: 赤津焼, ''Akazu-yaki'') is a type of traditional Japanese pottery produced in the city of Seto, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. It is regarded as one of the representative styles of Seto ware (瀬戸焼, ''Seto-yaki'') and is particularly known for its use of historical glazing techniques.		'''Akazu ware''' (Japanese: 赤津焼, ''Akazu-yaki'') is a type of traditional Japanese pottery produced in the city of Seto, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. It is regarded as one of the representative styles of Seto ware (瀬戸焼, ''Seto-yaki'') and is particularly known for its use of historical glazing techniques.

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	== History ==		== History ==
	Pottery production in the Seto region dates back to the Heian period (794–1185). Akazu ware developed as one of the distinct styles within the broader tradition of Seto ceramics. During the Edo period (1603–1868), Akazu was designated as one of the official kiln sites serving the Owari branch of the Tokugawa clan, which further elevated its prestige.		Pottery production in the Seto region dates back to the Heian period (794–1185). Akazu ware developed as one of the distinct styles within the broader tradition of Seto ceramics. During the Edo period (1603–1868), Akazu was designated as one of the official kiln sites serving the Owari branch of the Tokugawa clan, which further elevated its prestige.

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	In 1610, following the relocation of the shogunate to Edo, Tokugawa Yoshinao (the first lord of Owari) ordered several potters to establish kilns in the Akazu area of Seto. This laid the foundation for the style’s continuity up to the present day.		In 1610, following the relocation of the shogunate to Edo, Tokugawa Yoshinao (the first lord of Owari) ordered several potters to establish kilns in the Akazu area of Seto. This laid the foundation for the style’s continuity up to the present day.

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	== Characteristics ==		== Characteristics ==
	Akazu ware is characterized by the continuation of seven traditional glazes known collectively as the ''Seto Shichiyū'' (瀬戸七釉, "Seven Seto Glazes"). These include:		Akazu ware is characterized by the continuation of seven traditional glazes known collectively as the ''Seto Shichiyū'' (瀬戸七釉, "Seven Seto Glazes"). These include:
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	* Black Seto (黒瀬戸, ''kuroseto'')		* Black Seto (黒瀬戸, ''kuroseto'')

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	These glazes give Akazu ware a wide range of aesthetic expressions, from earthy and rustic to refined and elegant.		These glazes give Akazu ware a wide range of aesthetic expressions, from earthy and rustic to refined and elegant.

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	== Modern recognition ==		== Modern recognition ==
	Today, Akazu ware continues to be produced by potters in Seto who maintain traditional techniques while also innovating with modern designs. In 1977, it was designated as an official Traditional Craft (伝統的工芸品, ''Dentōteki kōgeihin'') of Japan by the [[Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (Japan)\|Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry]].<ref name="aichi" />		Today, Akazu ware continues to be produced by potters in Seto who maintain traditional techniques while also innovating with modern designs. In 1977, it was designated as an official Traditional Craft (伝統的工芸品, ''Dentōteki kōgeihin'') of Japan by the [[Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (Japan)\|Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry]].<ref name="aichi" />

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	* [https://www.pref.aichi.jp/global/en/traditional/akazu.html Aichi Prefecture – Akazu Pottery] (official English site)		* [https://www.pref.aichi.jp/global/en/traditional/akazu.html Aichi Prefecture – Akazu Pottery] (official English site)

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	'''Akazu ware''' (Japanese: 赤津焼, ''Akazu-yaki'') is a type of traditional Japanese pottery produced in the city of Seto, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. It is regarded as one of the representative styles of Seto ware (瀬戸焼, ''Seto-yaki'') and is particularly known for its use of historical glazing techniques.		'''Akazu ware''' (Japanese: 赤津焼, ''Akazu-yaki'') is a type of traditional Japanese pottery produced in the city of Seto, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. It is regarded as one of the representative styles of Seto ware (瀬戸焼, ''Seto-yaki'') and is particularly known for its use of historical glazing techniques.

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	== See also ==		== See also ==
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	* [[Japanese ceramics and pottery]]		* [[Japanese ceramics and pottery]]
	* [[Seto ware]]		* [[Seto ware]]
	* [[Mino ware]]		* [[Mino ware]]

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	== References ==		== References ==
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	* KOGEI Japan – “Akazu ware (Akazu Yaki)”: description, history, and glazing techniques		* KOGEI Japan – “Akazu ware (Akazu Yaki)”: description, history, and glazing techniques
	* Wikipedia – “Akazu ware”: history, glaze types, Traditional Craft designation, museum details		* Wikipedia – “Akazu ware”: history, glaze types, Traditional Craft designation, museum details
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	* Tokyo Metropolitan Government – traditional craft description, tech and decoration methods		* Tokyo Metropolitan Government – traditional craft description, tech and decoration methods

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	* [https://www.pref.aichi.jp/global/en/traditional/akazu.html Aichi Prefecture – Akazu Pottery] (official English site)		* [https://www.pref.aichi.jp/global/en/traditional/akazu.html Aichi Prefecture – Akazu Pottery] (official English site)
	* [https://japan-brand.jnto.go.jp/crafts/pottery/2770/ Japan National Tourism Organization – Akazu ware]		* [https://japan-brand.jnto.go.jp/crafts/pottery/2770/ Japan National Tourism Organization – Akazu ware]

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	'''Akazu ware''' (Japanese: 赤津焼, ''Akazu-yaki'') is a type of traditional Japanese pottery produced in the city of Seto, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. It is regarded as one of the representative styles of Seto ware (瀬戸焼, ''Seto-yaki'') and is particularly known for its use of historical glazing techniques.		'''Akazu ware''' (Japanese: 赤津焼, ''Akazu-yaki'') is a type of traditional Japanese pottery produced in the city of Seto, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. It is regarded as one of the representative styles of Seto ware (瀬戸焼, ''Seto-yaki'') and is particularly known for its use of historical glazing techniques.

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	'''Akazu ware''' (Japanese: 赤津焼, ''Akazu-yaki'') is a type of traditional Japanese pottery produced in the city of Seto, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. It is regarded as one of the representative styles of Seto ware (瀬戸焼, ''Seto-yaki'') and is particularly known for its use of historical glazing techniques.		'''Akazu ware''' (Japanese: 赤津焼, ''Akazu-yaki'') is a type of traditional Japanese pottery produced in the city of Seto, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. It is regarded as one of the representative styles of Seto ware (瀬戸焼, ''Seto-yaki'') and is particularly known for its use of historical glazing techniques.

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	'''Akazu ware''' (Japanese: 赤津焼, ''Akazu-yaki'') is a type of traditional Japanese pottery produced in the city of Seto, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. It is regarded as one of the representative styles of Seto ware (瀬戸焼, ''Seto-yaki'') and is particularly known for its use of historical glazing techniques.		'''Akazu ware''' (Japanese: 赤津焼, ''Akazu-yaki'') is a type of traditional Japanese pottery produced in the city of Seto, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. It is regarded as one of the representative styles of Seto ware (瀬戸焼, ''Seto-yaki'') and is particularly known for its use of historical glazing techniques.

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	'''Akazu ware''' (Japanese: 赤津焼, ''Akazu-yaki'') is a type of traditional Japanese pottery produced in the city of Seto, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. It is regarded as one of the representative styles of Seto ware (瀬戸焼, ''Seto-yaki'') and is particularly known for its use of historical glazing techniques.		'''Akazu ware''' (Japanese: 赤津焼, ''Akazu-yaki'') is a type of traditional Japanese pottery produced in the city of Seto, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. It is regarded as one of the representative styles of Seto ware (瀬戸焼, ''Seto-yaki'') and is particularly known for its use of historical glazing techniques.

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	[[File~~:Akazu_ware~~.~~png~~\|thumb\|250\|Akazu ware tea bowl, Seto, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. Glazed in the traditional Seto style, Akazu pottery is renowned for its use of the historic “Seven Seto Glazes.” Designated as a Traditional Craft of Japan in 1977.]]		[[File%3ASake_Bottle_(tokkuri)_LACMA_M.2003.199.9.jpg\|thumb\|300px]]
	'''Akazu ware''' (Japanese: 赤津焼, ''Akazu-yaki'') is a type of traditional Japanese pottery produced in the city of Seto, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. It is regarded as one of the representative styles of Seto ware (瀬戸焼, ''Seto-yaki'') and is particularly known for its use of historical glazing techniques.		'''Akazu ware''' (Japanese: 赤津焼, ''Akazu-yaki'') is a type of traditional Japanese pottery produced in the city of Seto, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. It is regarded as one of the representative styles of Seto ware (瀬戸焼, ''Seto-yaki'') and is particularly known for its use of historical glazing techniques.

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	== See also ==		== See also ==
	* [[Japanese pottery ~~and porcelain~~]]		* [[Japanese ceramics and pottery]]
	* [[Seto ware]]		* [[Seto ware]]
	* [[Mino ware]]		* [[Mino ware]]