Koji Takagi is a ceramic artist who works with a technique known as "saidei" (colored slip). By combining tinted clay slips with glazes, he pursues a unique approach to color expression, producing pieces such as compotes and flower vases. He participates actively in local craft fairs like "Niwanowa" in Chiba and organizes two-person exhibitions. His style is characterized by the coexistence of subtle layered colors and calm, grounded forms.