The making of Hagi Ware 2 — shaping/decorating/biscuit firing

To make Hagi pottery, the kneaded base clay is placed on the the potter’s wheel and rotated clockwise. Once shaped, the basic piece is allowed to dry in the shade for two to three days before finishing touches are made (such as cutting out the base). After this, slip or brush patterns are applied and the vessel is left to dry before being biscuit fired in temperatures between 700 and 800˚C for 15 to 18 hours.