Wasa's Chronology

A Wasaburo Chronology


1948	Born in Tokushima prefecture, Japan.
1963	Received the title "Hozan" by Naokata Ueda, the Living Cultural Treasure and fourth generation of Shigaraki-gama (kiln) and started working as a professional potter.
1965	Accepted as personal apprentice work for and study with Uichi Shimizu, the Living National Treasure for eight years. Accepted to following exhibitions and competitions: Kyoto Craft Exhibition "Kyoten" (Kyoto Exhibition) Japan Ceramic Exhibition Japan Traditional Craft Exhibition
1972	Established "Hozan-gama" (Hozan kiln) in Kamojima, Tokushima prefecture. Participated in group exhibitions such as: Modern Japanese new artist exhibition Mitsukoshi Osaka Dosyokai association Exhibition Japan Traditional Craft Exhibition
1976	Received the Tokushima prefecture Fine Art Grand Prize. Mounted a solo exhibition at the Museum Department of Nihonbashi Takashimaya in Tokyo. Participated in Danish Craft Show.
1977	Awarded the membership in Traditional Craft Association (T.C.A.). Received T.C.A. encouragement award for Shikoku regional.
1983	Selected for permanent collection for Tsurui Museum in Niigata prefecture.
1985	Architectural tile installation, "The Bird" dedicated at Kamojima Central Hotel.
1992	Established "Wasaburo Gallery" and adjoining new studio "Togei-Kobou".
1994 & 1995	Presented traditional Japanese ceramic technique two weeks intensive workshop at University of Puget Sound, Tacoma, Washington, USA.

Ongoing annual exhibitions:

Over twenty solo exhibitions throughout Japan including locations in Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka, Kobe, Kurashiki Okayama, Kouchi, Tokushima.