Akira Koie
A master of clay and fire, contemporary Japanese potter Akira Koie was born in the historic pottery town of Tokoname in 1978. Son of the acclaimed ceramic artist Ryoji Koie (1938-2020), his interest in pottery was ignited when he helped his father build a wood-fired kiln. Alongside his practice as a potter, Koie is a prolific builder, excavator and restorer of kilns, with a deep admiration for and dedication to studying ancient ceramics and techniques. This understanding informs his rugged wood-fired works made from natural materials found near his countryside studio, imbuing them with tangible warmth and organic vitality.
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