During Golden Week 2025 (April 29th to May 5th), the 121st Arita Ceramic City will be held in Arita Town, Saga Prefecture, and is a hot topic. It is known as one of Japan's largest pottery markets, and many ceramic fans from all over the country visit it. Arita ware, including yakitori, is gathered together, and it is bustling in search of bargains and limited edition items.
Event details:
Name: 121st Arita Toshika
Event period: April 29th (Tuesday, public holidays) to May 5th (Monday, public holidays)
Official website: https://www.arita-toukiichi.or.jp
The charm of Arita ware that you can enjoy online
At Arita Pottery City in 2025,Official online pottery markethas been established, and you can purchase Arita ware masterpieces from all over the world. (Please contact each store directly for details as it varies depending on the store.)
In addition, there is a wealth of video content with English subtitles that convey the manufacturing process of Arita ware and international reputation.
➤Arita Porcelain: Firing the Furnace in the 400th Year
This video introduces the 400-year history of Arita ware and the efforts of modern craftsmen.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UpNXILqYs08
➤Arita Porcelain and the Chelsea Flower Show
It introduces how Arita ware is appreciated at international exhibitions.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VBkTwuZ2iLs
➤[ONE TRADITION] Japan Arita Sojiro-pottery Masashi Ogushi products Vol.03
Arita ware is also available at our storeSOJIROThe production process of the film is introduced.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mv6RRyh_8ok
Golden Week is a long holiday in Japan that continues from the end of April to the beginning of May.
Many people take vacations during this time of year, enjoying travel and cultural experiences.
Golden Week is also a great opportunity to experience Japanese traditional crafts.
You can participate in local events or find your favorite item online.
Why not try adding color and richness to your everyday life by picking up crafts carefully crafted by Japanese craftsmen?
Our online shop sells traditional crafts from all over the world. Arita ware dishes that will make your meals look great not only Japanese food, but also Western and Chinese food. Please take a look.
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