Born in Nichinan, Miyazaki Prefecture in 1978. In 2005 he moved to Bizen, Okayama, to study under ceramist Ryuichi Kakurezaki. In 2013 he returned to his hometown of Sakaya, Nichinan, to establish his independence and build his own kiln. Working primarily with Miyazaki clay — typically considered unsuitable for ceramics — he explores combinations with his own custom glazes, focusing on ash glaze and kohiki. His work blends rugged vitality with honest simplicity, and encompasses a wide range of techniques including painted decoration and relief carving.