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Making the clay, Ceramics from Okinawa
Kyoto Women's University, Lifestyle Design Laboratory
Kyōto-shi, Japan
The red earth suited for making ceramic clay is found mainly Yomitan Village, Onna Village and around Nago City in central-north main island. Meanwhile, quality white earth suited for white finish is found around Onna Village. During the Ryūkyū Kindgdom period, the clays were transported to Naha port by boat.
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- Title: Making the clay, Ceramics from Okinawa
- Subject Keywords: Ceramics from Okinawa, Yachimun, Okinawa Prefecture
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