Tokoname is a high-fired ash-glazed ware made in Aichi Prefecture (in the region formerly known as Sanage). Originated sometime in the 9th century.
  
Photos, Left to Right Tokoname Kyusu (Small Tea Pot) by Yamada Jozan III Tokoname Kyusu (Small Tea Pot) by Yamada Jozan III Wangata (Sake Cup) Tokoname by Osako Mikio Tokoname Tsubo (Jar) at Hakone Museum of Art
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