EVENT​

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Taking place every 2 years in fall, Sasama International Ceramic Art Festival welcomes about 70 artists form all over the world. This event is the occasion for cultural exchanges, new meetings and opportunities.

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ARTISTS

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There are 3 categories of artists participating.

The Invited artists are chosen by the festival's art director, Shozo Michikawa.

A Guest country is highlighted every edition represented by a group or association of ceramists.

The Selected artists are chosen on application by the festival committee .

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PROGRAM

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The event is held during 4 days which are divided into 2 categories.

MANABU 2 DAYS: Invited artists for all over the world will perform demonstrations and present slide lectures about their works. Visitors can learn artists's unique techniques, thoughts and ideas. MANABU 2 DAYS are learning periods about specific contemporary ceramic techniques.

*You can book your pass in advance. 

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DEAU 2 DAYS: All participant artists will exhibit and sale their pieces at various sites within the village such as the school ground, a private house and the fomer junior high school. 

In addition, you can enjoy variable activities such as local market, an introduction to the tea ceremony, workshops and a bus tour to discover Sasama's culture.

*No advance tickets on sale.

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