Chinjukkan Kiln

Overview

Chinjukkan Kiln, located in Miyama, Higashiichiki-cho, Hioki City, Kagoshima Prefecture, is a significant Satsuma ware kiln that has preserved its legacy for generations. The first Chinjukkan, commissioned by Shimazu Yoshihiro, the lord of Satsuma Domain, invited Korean potters to learn and pass down Satsuma ware techniques. For over 400 years, Chinjukkan Kiln has upheld the traditions of Satsuma ware. The current 15th generation continues this legacy, creating pieces that fuse tradition with modern aesthetics. At Chinjukkan Kiln, you can admire numerous works crafted using traditional Satsuma ware techniques. They also offer workshops unique to the kiln, where you can try your hand at pottery. The adjoining cafe, "Chinjukkan Charyo Miyama," offers sweets and meals inspired by Satsuma ware. Chinjukkan Kiln is a precious place to immerse yourself in the history and culture of Satsuma ware. Experience the beauty of traditional Satsuma ware and the innovative allure of its contemporary interpretations.