A ceramic artist based in Shigaraki, Shiga Prefecture. After studying ceramics in Aichi, he moved to Shigaraki in 1995 and has continued his practice there ever since. He is known for a distinctive style in which he treats the vessel as a canvas, spontaneously applying line patterns and painted motifs using glazes and overglaze colors. His works, when placed together, carry the depth of a single painting. He has produced a wide range of everyday pieces including guinomi cups and katakuchi pitchers.