Born in Oita Prefecture in 1972. After studying painted decoration at the Saga Prefectural Arita Ceramics College, he established the Anan Ceramics Studio in Noda, Oita City in 2003. He is currently based in Hiji Town, Oita Prefecture. Balancing respect for traditional techniques with a contemporary aesthetic, he creates refined white porcelain, gold- and silver-decorated pieces, and precisely carved shinogi vessels.