Chiyoko Yoshikawa Hasami ware／Nagasaki
Biography
Certified as a traditional craftsman in 1990
Certified as a first-class craftsman
Certified as a vocational training instructor in 1994
Served as an instructor for the Successor Training Program.
Awards
Nagasaki Bunka Hoso NCC Award, 1994
1998 Chairman's Award of the Association for the Promotion of Traditional Craft Industries
1999 NCC Award, Nagasaki Bunka Broadcasting Co.
2001 Chairman of Hasami Ceramic Association Award
2002 Chairman of the Association for the Promotion of Traditional Craft Industries Award
Award of the Director-General of the Kyushu Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry
2003 Prefectural Governor's Award for Outstanding Technical Skill
2007 Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award for Distinguished Service to Traditional Craft Industries
2008 Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare Commendation for Contemporary Master Craftsman
Profile
What inspired you to get into this work?
I was encouraged by senior traditional craftsmen to participate in this activity.
What do you want to appeal the most in your work?
I am trying to draw out and express individual flowers so that people will be interested in my work.
What do you keep in mind when creating your work?
I try to create vessels and designs that can be easily used in daily life.