Tobe Ware Pottery Studio Direct Sales Shopping

Tobe Town in Ehime Prefecture is a production area home to approximately 100 kilns specializing in Tobe ware. Known for its characteristic indigo hand-painted patterns on white porcelain, Tobe ware is popular as practical pottery that is durable and well-suited for everyday use. At pottery studios' direct sales shops, you can often find reasonably priced kiln-fresh products and B-grade items not typically available on the regular market. Visiting the various kilns while comparing unique works from each studio is irresistible for pottery enthusiasts. The Tobe Ware Traditional Industry Hall also offers insights into the history of Tobe ware.