Tsuji Seiji-sha, located on the street behind Arita

Tsuji Seiji-sha, located on the street behind the Tombai wall, has a rich history as the first kiln in Japan to receive an imperial warrant in 1668.
This recognition came when a vessel crafted by the third generation of the family was praised by the emperor of the time.For over 350 years, the company has maintained its status as “a purveyor of porcelain for the imperial court”, producing exquisite tableware for His Majesty the Emperor and his family.

Tsuji Seiji-sha’s pieces are known for their translucent white porcelain and the clear blue color of so-called natural gosu.
One notable technique is the secret “Gokushin-yaki” process, invented by the eighth-generation master in 1811.

In this method, the container made of the same quality porcelain clay as the final product is covered with the glaze that melts in a lower temperature. 

As a result, this technique creates a noble luster and deep blue color by firing the porcelain in a vacuum inside a container, effectively blocking the penetration and diffusion of gases inside.

This technique was revived by the fourteenth generation forty years ago and continues to be utilized today. Currently, the fifteenth and sixteenth generations are working on creating works that combine tradition with innovation. 

They collaborate with craftsmen to produce both arts and crafts as well as tableware for consumers. Their tableware is highly regarded as artistic pieces suitable not only for everyday dining but also for special occasions.