Born in Takarazuka City, Hyogo Prefecture in 1962. After completing a specialist course at the Kyoto Prefectural Ceramics Training School and studying at the Faculty of Fine Arts at Kyoto Seika University, he became independent in Yabu City, Hyogo Prefecture in 1989. In 2004, he moved to Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture, where he built his own anagama kiln. Rooted in a deep admiration for historical ceramics—particularly Joseon-dynasty ware—he worked in a wide variety of techniques including kohiki, hakeme, black glaze, white porcelain, Karatsu, and aka-e. His everyday-use pieces were distinguished by the rich visual character created by crazing and flame effects in glazes made from natural materials.