A ceramic artist born in Yokohama in 1974. He began his pottery practice in Kanagawa Prefecture in 1996 and continues to work from his studio in Yamakita, Kanagawa. His work is defined by sharply refined forms stripped of all excess and textures that highlight the raw character of the clay. His strikingly thin and lightweight pieces, with their quiet, commanding presence, have earned high acclaim both in Japan and abroad. He works across a wide range of forms, including mugs, plates, tea bowls, and flower vases.