• Even among those who know Kutani Ware as a form of ceramics, few are familiar with the entire process. Futamata Clay Factory is a true pottery lover’s destination: this company produces the specialized clay used by Kutani Ware artisans, starting from large rocks quarried from the Hanasaka Mountains.
• This factory has seldom been opened to the public, making this a precious opportunity to see the process of how these rocks are pulverized and turned into the clay that serves as the lifeblood of the local Kutani Ware industry.

The Futamata Clay Factory is rarely opened to the public — guests are given a guided tour by the owner of the factory, and shown the entire clay-making process. Learn about every step performed by the factory, starting with pulverizing large rocks quarried from the Hanasaka Mountains, all the way to adjusting the final consistency of the clay.