Satsuma Kiriko and Satsuma Ware
Also written: 薩摩切子・薩摩焼 · 萨摩切子·萨摩烧
Satsuma Kiriko (cut glass) and Satsuma ware are Kagoshima’s representative traditional crafts, with intricate cut glass and finely made ceramics prized by collectors worldwide.
An Illustrated Japan / Kagoshima / Culture & Tradition
About this place
Satsuma Kiriko cut glass began 1846 Shimazu Nariakira pharmaceutical glass study importing color overlay glass deep cut. Lost after Meiji restoration revived 1985 around Isa City. Modern double layer gray red transparent creates gradient shading by depth. 2025 40th anniversary droplet series inspired gym epiphany shows artisan individuality. Satsuma ware 400 years divides Shiro Satsuma for lords Kuro for commoners, famed for solo domain exhibit Paris Expo. Kirishima Momiji kiln iron copper mirror glazing technique maintained. Amu Plaza Kagoshima crafts fair inbound praised historical background purchasing modern.
