Akazawa Roseki
Akazawa Roseki (赤沢露石) is a distinguished lineage of ceramic artists based in Kyoto, Japan, specializing in Kochi-yaki (Kochi-style ware, Cochin ware). While the lineage has upheld the traditions of Kyoto ceramics since the Meiji era, Roseki Akazawa II distinguished himself as a pioneer by being one of the first potters in Kyoto to integrate electric kilns into his practice[1] [2].
History
The Akazawa family originates from a traditional lineage of Terazamurai (samurai administrators) who served the Myōshin-ji Temple for generations. In 1877, the first generation, Kaho Akazawa, established the artistic foundation[1].
Following the Meiji Restoration, the Haibutsu Kishaku (anti-Buddhist movement) led to the loss of his position as an ascetic practitioner. Thereafter, he became active in the fields of painting and ceramics[3].
Lineage
Akazawa Kaho I (Akazawa Motojirō) (1847–1925):
The founder. Transitioned from the samurai class to the arts.The first generation was represented by Akazawa Kaho. He studied Nan-ga painting. He began making a living as a ceramic painter in 1877 (Meiji 10). It was said that the Kochi-yaki and Icchin technique that is still used today was established around this time[1][2].
Akazawa Roseki II (Shuzo) (1897–1976):
Akazawa Shūzō, the second-generation head of the family, was the son of Motojirō I, the lineage's founder. He succeeded to the title of Kaho, adopted the name Roseki, and dedicated himself to the art of ceramics. In 1943, he was officially designated as a holder of intangible technical skills for the preservation of Kōchi ceramic techniques. He was also a founding member of the Kyoto Traditional Ceramic Artists Association. His works are housed in one of the State guest house in Japan, Akasaka Palace[1][4][5], also Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art, Kyoto.
Akazawa Roseki III (Shizuo) (1900–1993):
A pioneering female artist in the Kyoto ceramic world[6] [1] [2]. The works of Roseki Akazawa III are held in the permanent collection of the Tsuruga Municipal Museum. Among her notable pieces in the collection is the "Murasaki-kochi Kaigu" (Purple Kochi Tea Ceremony Utensil Utensils)[7]. Member of Kyoto Traditional Ceramic Artists Association.
Akazawa Roseki IV (Seichu) (1941–2020):
Akazawa Roseki IV (Akazawa Seichu) was born in 1941. He is the grandson of Akazawa Roseki II and Akazawa Roseki III. In 1975, he became a regular member of the Nihon Kogei Association, recognized for his modern-style Kochi ceramics characterized by linear motifs[8]. In 1988, he succeeded to the name Akazawa Roseki IV. He is a member of the Kyoto Traditional Ceramic Artists Association. His work was selected for the 1st and 2nd Japan Ceramic Art Exhibitions. His pieces are held in the collections of the Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art and the International Museum of Ceramics in Faenza.Specialist in tea ceremony utensils (Chado-gu)[1][9].
Akazawa Roseki V (Yoshinori) (1971–):
Yoshinori Akazawa Roseki V (born Yoshinori Akazawa) is the eldest son of Akazawa Roseki IV[1]. He is a member of the International Academy of Ceramics (IAC)[10], recognized for his modern-style Kochi ceramics inspired by mosaic patterns[1]. His ceramic works are held in collections worldwide, including the International Museum of Ceramics (MIC) in Faenza[11], Italy, and the Musée Ariana in Switzerland [12] .
References
Category:Japanese contemporary artists Category:Japanese ceramists
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- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7
Chadōgu no meikō sakka meikan (in 日本語) (1 ed.). Kyoto: Tankosha Publishing Co., Ltd. 2018. pp. 6–8. ISBN 9784473042644. Search this book on
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Inoue, H., & Baba, M. (Eds.) (2013). Kyo-yaki: Succession of Technique and Beauty 京焼 : 技と美の継承展 - Opening the Future of Kyoto Culture: 55th Anniversary of the Kyoto Traditional Ceramic Artists Association. Exh. cat (in 日本語) (1 ed.). Sagawa Art Museum. pp. 8–9.CS1 maint: Multiple names: authors list (link) CS1 maint: Extra text: authors list (link) Search this book on
- ↑ Kyoto Traditional Ceramic Artists Association Anniversary Publication Committee (Ed.). (2012). The 50th Anniversary Commemorative Publication of the Kyoto Traditional Ceramic Artists Association. Kyoto Traditional Ceramic Artists Association.Kyoto,Japan
- ↑ "初の一般公開！ 知られざる迎賓館 赤坂離宮 和風別館「游心亭」". 31 May 2016.
- ↑ "写真・図版（11枚目）| 初の一般公開！ 知られざる迎賓館 赤坂離宮 和風別館「游心亭」". 31 May 2016.
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Soko, Kuroda (1981). Contemporary Tea Ceramic 現代の茶陶 (in 日本語) (1 ed.). Tankosha Publishing Co., Ltd. p. 59. Search this book on
- ↑ https://tsuruga-municipal-museum.jp/events/event/コレクション展%e3%80%80敦賀ゆかりの美術/
- ↑ Exhibition Guide Special Display: The World of Ohina-sama and Japanese Dolls: Journeying through the Seasons with Paintings Dec. 19 (Fri.), 2025 Mar 15 (Sun.), 2026 Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art, Main Building (South Wing) 1F Delights of Cochin Ware: Works by Akazawa Roseki https://kyotocity-kyocera.museum/wp-content/uploads/collectionroom2025winter_guide_en_1210.pdf
- ↑ https://kyotocity-kyocera.museum/wp-content/uploads/collectionroom_2025winter_list_en.pdf
- ↑ "Yoshinori Akazawa".
- ↑ "Dettaglio Scheda AUT - PatER". 7 November 2025.
- ↑ "Yoshinori Akazawa Roseki V". 20 December 2024.
