Seto ware (Seto-yaki)
Also written: 瀬戸焼 · 濑户烧
A leading type of Japanese pottery—indeed the term “setomono” comes from Seto—whose long history and wide variety of styles continue to captivate ceramics enthusiasts worldwide.
An Illustrated Japan / Aichi / Culture & Tradition
About this place
Seto ware (Seto-yaki) in Aichi – A leading type of Japanese pottery—indeed the term “setomono” comes from Seto—whose long history and wide variety of styles continue to captivate ceramics enthusiasts worldwide. In Tokyo/Kanto, big chains and independents coexist, price from ¥100 to luxury. Seasonal twist: cherry blossoms, summer matsuri, winter illum, pedestrian paradise on weekends. 2h walk yields shopping + rest. Etiquette: keep to side for photos, don't block registers, use cashless to speed. Access: Yamanote, metro, 5-min walk from nearest station, Suica tap.
