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Yukiko Tsuchiya / 土屋 由紀子

After studying under Takashi Nakazato, she established her own kiln, Yukiko-gama, at the age of 23. Through faithful reproductions of traditional Karatsu ware, she developed her signature style of Black Karatsu.
Her works are simple yet deeply expressive, revealing subtle hues of blue, silver, and green in natural light. Designed for everyday use, they blend elegance with functionality, enhancing both food and daily life.

Biography
1972 Born in Kyoto
1971 Born in Karatsu, Saga Prefecture
1992 Graduated from the Craft Design Department, Kyushu Zokei Junior College
1994 Began exploring old Karatsu kiln sites and started creating works inspired by traditional Karatsu ware
1998 Studied under Takashi Nakazato
2002 Established Yukiko Kiln

Yukiko Tsuchiya

Trained under Takashi Nakazato, she founded Yukiko-gama at 23 and developed her own Black Karatsu style. Her simple yet expressive works reveal subtle colors in natural light and are designed to enhance everyday use with elegance and ease.

Serving Bowl (E-Karatsu, Two-Tone Glaze) – Yukiko TsuchiyaServing Bowl (E-Karatsu, Two-Tone Glaze) – Yukiko Tsuchiya
Serving Bowl (E-Karatsu, Two-Tone Glaze) – Yukiko Tsuchiya Sale price$58.00
Rice Bowl (Black Karatsu) – Yukiko TsuchiyaRice Bowl (Black Karatsu) – Yukiko Tsuchiya
Rice Bowl (Black Karatsu) – Yukiko Tsuchiya Sale price$48.00
Rice Bowl (Feldspar Glaze) – Yukiko TsuchiyaRice Bowl (Feldspar Glaze) – Yukiko Tsuchiya
Rice Bowl (Feldspar Glaze) – Yukiko Tsuchiya Sale price$48.00
Sold outPlate (15cm, Kuro Karatsu) – Yukiko TsuchiyaPlate (15cm, Kuro Karatsu) – Yukiko Tsuchiya
Plate (15cm, Kuro Karatsu) – Yukiko Tsuchiya Sale price$67.00
Sold outPlate (15cm, Black Karatsu) – Yukiko TsuchiyaPlate (15cm, Black Karatsu) – Yukiko Tsuchiya
Plate (15cm, Black Karatsu) – Yukiko Tsuchiya Sale price$43.00
Sold outPlate (18cm, Black Karatsu) – Yukiko TsuchiyaPlate (18cm, Black Karatsu) – Yukiko Tsuchiya
Plate (18cm, Black Karatsu) – Yukiko Tsuchiya Sale price$48.00
Sold outServing Bowl (Kuro Karatsu) – Yukiko TsuchiyaServing Bowl (Kuro Karatsu) – Yukiko Tsuchiya
Serving Bowl (Kuro Karatsu) – Yukiko Tsuchiya Sale price$58.00
Sold outFlower-Edge Plate (Kuro Karatsu) – Yukiko TsuchiyaFlower-Edge Plate (Kuro Karatsu) – Yukiko Tsuchiya
Flower-Edge Plate (Kuro Karatsu) – Yukiko Tsuchiya Sale price$67.00
Biography
1972 Born in Kyoto
1971 Born in Karatsu, Saga Prefecture
1992 Graduated from the Craft Design Department, Kyushu Zokei Junior College
1994 Began exploring old Karatsu kiln sites and started creating works inspired by traditional Karatsu ware
1998 Studied under Takashi Nakazato
2002 Established Yukiko Kiln

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TEA HOUSE


YUGEN is a Japanese tea shop nestled near Kyoto Imperial Palace, nestled in a quiet neighborhood.

In addition to shopping for tea, guests can enjoy a moment of tranquility while savoring high-quality Japanese tea.

Ooen : 11:00 ~ 18:00 (LO. 17:30)
Closed: Thursdays

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SABŌ


First floor, we offer a carefully selected variety of Japanese teas, especially Uji tea from Kyoto. You can enjoy matcha, Japanese tea brewed in a kyusu (teapot), and teas made with traditional craftsmanship along with seasonal sweet treats.

We also sell matcha, tea leaves, and tools, so please feel free to ask us how to use them or for recommendations on ways to enjoy them.

Upstairs


We offer handcrafted works by various artists under the theme "Beautiful Handcrafts for Everyday Life".
You can explore wonderful pieces from across Japan, including pottery, porcelain, glassware, metalwork, woodwork, and textiles.

Upstairs


The space features tables and a chashitsu, a traditional Japanese tea room.

Various events are held here, including artists' solo exhibitions, curated exhibitions, art displays, and workshops.