Born in 1974 in Nagano Prefecture. After graduating from the sculpture department of Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts, worked as a sculptor. Took up ceramics after returning from a period of study in Germany, and in 2012 opened "Utsuwa bonoho" in Nanjo City, Okinawa. Creating work across both vessels and sculpture, the artist is known for a pop, experimental style featuring colorful painted designs and a wide variety of motifs including animals and figures. Active as a "sculptor" in solo and group exhibitions.