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A Celebration of Life in Clay: Tamami Kubota's "Tama Mino Pottery"

The Otherwise Gallery, operated by Ash & Pear France in the trendy Omotesando area of Tokyo, will host a remarkable exhibition titled "Tama Mino Pottery" featuring the works of artist Tamami Kubota from November 21 to December 25, 2025. This exhibition will showcase Kubota's unique ceramic figurines crafted at Koubeegama, a distinguished kiln in Tajimi, Gifu Prefecture, where she has been honing her craft since 2018.

Exploring New Artistic Dimensions

Tamami Kubota's journey as an artist traverses various mediums, including painting and paper-cutting. However, her encounter with clay marked a pivotal turn in her creative evolution. At Koubeegama, a kiln with a rich heritage dating back to 1804, she discovered the profound qualities of pottery – its flexibility, the serendipity of glazes, and the unique characters created by the kiln's flames. These elements breathe life into her works, resulting in vibrantly expressive pieces that invite viewers into a lively narrative.

The exhibition features a range of works, all celebrating the joy of living through whimsical ceramic figures elegantly navigating the boundaries between two-dimensional and three-dimensional art. With her bold strokes and storytelling prowess, Kubota showcases her new materials and artistic vision, expanding her creative horizons.

Featured Works from the Exhibition

Among the pieces displayed, notable works include:

• - "Saritote" - Ceramic / 2025 / dimensions: 75 × 115 × 45 mm
• - "Tsukikage no Niwa" - Ceramic and gold / 2025 / dimensions: 125 × 120 × 35 mm
• - "NanaIro" - Ceramic / 2025 / dimensions: 55 × 280 × 35 mm
• - "Holiday" - Ceramic / 2025 / dimensions: 200 × 65 × 8 mm

Kubota describes her artworks as celebrations of joy and freedom: "These cheerful and carefree ceramic figures express the joy of existence. The intricate process of creating each piece sharpens my primitive senses, drawing inspiration from earth, water, sun, and fire—a prayer in its own right. It is a hymn of life sung by the ceramic figures birthed from the soil of Mino and the flames of Koubeegama."

Additional Events and Participation

In addition to her solo exhibition, the Otherwise Gallery will participate in the Spiral Xmas Market 2025, held from December 5 to December 25, 2025, at Spiral Garden in Omotesando. This event will feature a selection of Kubota's ceramic artworks available for viewing and purchase, further immersing guests in her creative realm.

Event Details:

• - Exhibition: Tamami Kubota Solo Exhibition "Tama Mino Pottery"
• - Date: November 21 - December 25, 2025
• - Location: Otherwise Gallery, B1F, 5-7-17 Minamiaoyama, Minato, Tokyo
• - Phone: 03-3797-1507
• - Hours: 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Closed on Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays)
• - Free Admission
• - For more information, visit the official webpage: Otherwise Gallery

About Tamami Kubota

A graduate of Aichi Prefectural University of Arts, Kubota has held numerous solo and group exhibitions both domestically and internationally. She is celebrated for her bold strokes and unique color palettes that evoke narrative and memory. Besides ceramics, she also explores diverse media including paintings and paper-cutting.

Discover the Otherwise Gallery

Situated in the heart of Omotesando, the Otherwise Gallery embodies a space that seeks to break free from conventional value systems. Established by Ash & Pear France, the gallery's name reflects a commitment to exploring new artistic horizons. The gallery showcases a diverse lineup of artists, making it a vital cultural hub in Tokyo.

• - Address: B1F, 5-7-17 Minamiaoyama, Minato, Tokyo 107-0062
• - Phone: 03-3797-1507
• - Website: Otherwise Gallery
• - Instagram: @otherwise_gallery