TOKIYA JAPAN

The name “Tokiya” comes from founder Tomomi Miyajima’s hometown of Toki in Japan’s Gifu Prefecture, which coincidentally translates to “pottery” in Japanese. 

A boutique featuring traditional pottery, kimonos, and authentic art, Tokiya Japan brings Japanese culture to the DMV through cultural immersion events such as sake tasting, traditional tea ceremonies, and kimono fashion shows.

The shop displays Minoyaki pottery, a traditional Japanese ceramic style, rich with thousands of years of history, created by seasoned artists. The art of Minoyaki pottery has been a part of Tomomi’s family history for generations; Her brother, a 7th generation potter- looks after the family business and cares for the elderly. Tomomi says, “It was a big responsibility for him, but he’s still there protecting the house, family business, and looking after the graves.” Tokiya Japan also features art created by special-needs students from Gifu Prefecture, Japan.

The pottery inside Tokiya Japan is imbued with a rich history, showcasing 1300 years of tradition, apprenticeship, passion, and craftsmanship. Tokiya offers a range of pottery pieces, from modern geometric teapots to traditional Oribe glazed dinnerware. You will find pottery pieces ranging from high-end sake-ware to affordable jewelry dishes and dinnerware. Each corner highlights a different artist from Gifu prefecture. The store funds, promotes, and highlights Gifu artists and gives back to their interconnected craftsmanship.

Tokiya Japan prioritizes creating recyclable and sustainable clay pieces by using chemical-free glazes.  The brand’s environmentally-friendly values reflect the nature of minoyaki pottery as a recyclable material that can be crumpled and discarded into the ground – enriching the earth’s soil even after its use.