Bizen Ware Gallery — Bizen, Okayama

About Toraku-en

Kawaguchi Tourakuen presents carefully selected works from the unique perspective of a long-established gallery in Bizen, the home of Bizen ware.

Our collection ranges from masterpieces by the pioneers who laid the foundations of modern Bizen ware to works by up-and-coming young artists shaping a new era.

We sell each piece with a commitment to cherishing and conveying the passion of its maker. Please feel free to visit us or get in touch.

Inside the Gallery

Masterpieces by Toyo Kaneshige in the show window
Masterpieces by Toyo Kaneshige in the show window
Rare works by Toyo Kaneshige
Rare works by Toyo Kaneshige
Masterpieces by Living National Treasures — sake ware, tea ware and more
Masterpieces by Living National Treasures — sake ware, tea ware and more
Flower vases by Living National Treasures on permanent display
Flower vases by Living National Treasures on permanent display
Works by master potters including Intangible Cultural Property holders
Works by master potters including Intangible Cultural Property holders
New works by Yasuto Abe on display
New works by Yasuto Abe on display
Large-scale works — bowls and platters
Large-scale works — bowls and platters
Flower vases by popular artists
Flower vases by popular artists
Popular sake cup corner
Popular sake cup corner
Tokkuri sake bottles by popular artists
Tokkuri sake bottles by popular artists
A wide selection of yunomi cups and beer mugs
A wide selection of yunomi cups and beer mugs
New works on display — objects and large vases
New works on display — objects and large vases
A wide range of tableware
A wide range of tableware
Vessels for everyday life — kyusu teapots, rice bowls and more
Vessels for everyday life — kyusu teapots, rice bowls and more
Works from our own kiln, ideal for daily use and gifts
Works from our own kiln, ideal for daily use and gifts
Exhibition space
Exhibition space

Store Information & Access

Kawaguchi Tourakuen storefront
Name
Kawaguchi Tourakuen
Address
1813 Shizutani, Bizen-shi, Okayama 705-0036
Tel
0869-67-2210(9:30–21:00)
FAX
0869-67-2220(24h)
Hours
10:00–17:30 (Closed during New Year holidays)
Parking
15 spaces

From Bizen-Katakami Station (JR Ako Line), take Route 2 east approx. 3.5 km. We are on the north side of the road.

If you are coming by train or other public transport, please call us — we will be happy to pick you up at the station. Directions by phone or email are also available.

Nearby Attractions

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Shizutani School — Special Historic Site

Founded in the early Edo period by Mitsumasa Ikeda, lord of Okayama, Shizutani School is the oldest public school in Japan. Almost all buildings on the grounds, including the National Treasure auditorium, are roofed with Bizen ware tiles, and most are designated Important Cultural Properties.

Beautiful in every season — cherry blossoms in spring, fresh green in summer, autumn leaves in fall. Only about 7 minutes by car from our store, it is perfect to combine with your Bizen sightseeing.

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