Archive · 19 Dec 2025
Yakishime Ceramics Exhibition in Kolkata
The Yakishime: Earth Metamorphosis exhibition in Kolkata shows how Japanese ceramics called Yakishime have changed over time.
These special pots and dishes were first made for everyday use, like storing food and water.
Over the years, they became more decorative and artistic.
The exhibition includes tea vessels, food containers, and artistic pieces.
Japanese and Indian officials who were present talked about how both countries have a long history of making pottery.
They hope this exhibition will help people understand and appreciate each other's cultures.
The ceramics on display are not always perfect, which is part of a Japanese idea called Wabi-sabi, where imperfections are seen as beautiful.
This exhibition is a way to see how art and society have evolved together in Japan.
Yakishime ceramics exhibition showcases the evolution from functional objects to artistic expressions in Japanese culture.
Organized by the Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata, Indian Museum, and Japan Foundation.
Highlights the concept of Wabi-sabi, finding beauty in imperfection, through various ceramic pieces.
Dignitaries from both Japan and India emphasized the cultural similarities and the importance of such exhibitions for mutual understanding.
The exhibition includes Yakishime tea vessels, food containers, and non-utilitarian artistic works.
- Who
- Organized by the Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata, Indian Museum, and Japan Foundation; attended by Japanese and Indian dignitaries
- What
- Exhibition showcasing the evolution of Japanese Yakishime ceramics from functional objects to artistic expressions
- When
- Specific dates not mentioned in the article
- Where
- Indian Museum, Kolkata
- Why
- To share Japanese ceramic culture and aesthetics with a global audience, fostering cultural understanding between India and Japan
- Organizers
- Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata, Indian Museum, Japan Foundation
- Exhibition Name
- Yakishime: Earth Metamorphosis
- Main Focus
- Japanese high-fired ceramics
- Key Dignitaries Present
- Consul-General Ishikawa Yoshihisa, Deputy Consul-General Ashida Katsunori, Director Arijit Dutta Chowdhury, Deputy Director Sayan Bhattacharya
- Cultural Concept Highlighted
- Wabi-sabi (finding beauty in imperfection)
- Historical Context
- From functional objects to sculptural art
- Collaboration History
- Third collaboration between Indian Museum and Japan Consulate/Foundation