Unprecedented - Joint Ceramics Exhibition on the Art of Neriage VII
Aki Katayama, Moe Kaneda, Noriyo Ezawa, Juko Mori, Yuko Takasugi, Yukari Akiyama
2025.12.09 - 2025.12.30
Exhibition Statement
Neriage is a distinctive ceramic technique that employs clay of varying hues to compose intricate patterns, revealing consistent designs on both the interior and exterior surfaces of each vessel. As the clay is stretched, incised, and joined, subtle distortions arise—each motion imbuing the work with a unique, poetic cadence. Through layered motifs and the passage of time, every contour resonates with ethereal beauty.
This year, TOUCH Ceramics proudly presents Unprecedented: The Art of Neriage VII, a collective exhibition celebrating the mastery of six distinguished artists:
Aki Katayama employs her “stratified carving” method to capture the essence of natural textures, crafting asymmetrical forms that evoke the quiet erosion of landscapes and the passage of life.
Moe Kaneda works primarily in serene shades of blue and white, embodying a poetic aesthetic where subtlety meets radiance.
Noriyo Ezawa conjures flowing, iridescent patterns reminiscent of clouds at dusk, her soft pastel tones infusing daily rituals with tranquility.
Juko Mori pioneers the groundbreaking “crack-infusion” technique—shattering porcelain with precise strikes, then sealing the fractures with ink—creating works that oscillate between fragility and permanence, at times echoing the solemn beauty of aged stained-glass.
Yuko Takasugi draws from the lush seascapes and flora of Shōnan, translating imagined scenes into tactile forms, while Yukari Akiyama finds inspiration in birds, blossoms, and the humble joys of the table, infusing the exhibition with vitality and warmth.
In the world of neriage, every cut and connection speaks of time’s passage and nature’s rhythm. We cordially invite you to immerse yourself in the boundless allure of Japanese neriage ceramics—where earth, fire, and human ingenuity converge into timeless art.
