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Teppei Terada

寺田 鉄平
Ceramic Artist • 1975 –

A ceramic artist based in Seto City, Aichi Prefecture, and the fifth-generation head of Bizan Pottery. After studying sculpture at university, he apprenticed under his grandfather Bizan Terada and his father Yasuo. Giving life to the traditional techniques of Seto and yohen effects, he creates pieces rich in originality. His pieces, such as sake ware inspired by the forms of living creatures, seamlessly blend into modern lifestyles, offering the joy of functional beauty.

BASED IN
Seto, Aichi Prefecture
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Diverse forms, colors, and patterns born from Seto’s traditional techniques. When rich creativity merges with time-honored craftsmanship, it opens the door to new avenues of expression. These works are sure to bring smiles to those who hold them, adding vibrancy and joy to their daily lives.

CRAFT ARTIST BIOGRAPHY

1975

Born in the Akazu district of Seto City, Aichi Prefecture, into a family of ceramic artisans

1998

Graduated from the Sculpture Department at Tokyo Zokei University

2006

Invited to the UNESCO symposium “The Blue of Samarkand” in Uzbekistan

2009

Selected for the Gyeonggi International Ceramic Biennale in Korea

2011

Selected for the 9th International Ceramics Competition in Mino in Tajimi, Gifu Prefecture

2011

Received “Honorable Mention” at the 13th Tokyo-New York Sister City Ceramic Art Exchange Competition in New York

2018

Invited to exhibit at the Austrian Pottery Market in Gmunden, Austria

2022

Participated in “The Beauty and Spirit of Momoyama” exhibition at Nagoya Noh Theater

Held numerous solo exhibitions at renowned venues such as Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi, Ginza Kuroda Touen, and various department stores and galleries nationwide

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