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＜The world of Kutaniyaki, with a history of about 360 years >
Kutaniyaki is characterized by a painting technique in which lines are drawn in an indigo blue called gosu and painted with a thick layer of five colors (red, yellow, green, purple and navy blue) called gosai (five colors).
The bold overglaze painting gives a strong impression.
What is "Yoraku" meaning?
The "Yoraku" was originally an ornament for the upper classes in India, woven from beads and precious metals and worn on the head, neck, or chest. Later, these ornaments were introduced into Buddhism and used to adorn bodhisattvas and esoteric Buddhas, as well as to solemnize Buddhist temples and altars. Lourets are especially common on Bodhisattva statues.
The use of "Yoraku" also influenced Japanese and Chinese ceramics, especially in Japan, where it was used as a decorative motif under Chinese influence in the late 17th century.
