Born in Wakayama Prefecture in 1981. In 2009 he apprenticed under Zengyō Miboshi, and in 2012 established the Hirahara Kiln in Hirahara, Koya-cho, Wakayama Prefecture. He personally gathers clay, stone, and wood from the Kii Peninsula where he was born and raised, and fires his work in multiple wood-burning kilns. His output centers on everyday wares such as tea bowls, flat plates, and sake cups, with a simple, rustic style that highlights the natural character of the clay. Through initiatives such as "土友" and "ココホレ," he remains dedicated to every stage of the process, from gathering raw clay to the final firing.