Masayuki Nakano

Born in Karatsu City, Saga Prefecture in 1979
2002 Graduated from Kyushu Sangyo University Artist Modeling Course
2003 Studied under my grandfather, Toshi Nakano, the 4th generation.
Created pottery in Karatsu with his father, the 5th generation Toshi Nakano.

Born in a venerable kiln that was recognized as the official kiln of the Karatsu clan during the Edo period.
I am also in charge of the Karatsu Hikiyama red lion, which is the symbol in front of JR Karatsu Station.
We create everything from classic items that preserve tradition to contemporary items.