Koji Kitaoka is a ceramic artist based in Fukuoka. He works with a variety of glazes—most notably a soft, pale green ash glaze applied over white clay—creating pieces that reward long-term use and develop character over time. His work embodies both utility and beauty: quietly elegant in appearance yet possessed of an inner strength, and highly practical for everyday use. He actively participates in events such as the Arita Porcelain Fair as well as solo exhibitions and craft events in Tokyo's Kuramae district, Fukuoka, and elsewhere.