Keshiki – Traces of Fire

Japanese ceramic art in the Werksviertel district of Munich

The fascinating interplay of clay and fire creates unique, nature-inspired structures that are reminiscent of living landscapes and embody the wabi-sabi aesthetic. As part of the “Keshiki – Traces of Fire exhibition,” Kintei Sense presents timeless masterpieces of Japanese ceramic art at L’Atelier de Valérie in Munich. 

Sawa Katsunori, Shigaraki Guinomi, Japanese sake cup. © Kintei Sense, Munich.

The Kintei Sense Gallery was born out of a fascination for Japanese arts and crafts and the strong will to make the quintessence of these accessible in Europe. The founder, Caroline Hayashi, was born in France, grew up in Vienna, developed professionally in Japan and is married to a Canadian of Japanese descent. She now lives in Munich.

Accompanying workshops offer deep insights into the world of Japanese ceramics and shed light on their connection to sustainability and appreciation as well as the close relationship to the tradition of the tea ceremony and sake culture.

Tao Akira, Stretching vessel, 2022. © Kintei Sense, Munich.

Events & Workshops

23.11. 2024, 2 – 5 p.m. Furoshiki, sustainable packaging with reusable bags. The reusable bag made from recycled material helps to avoid plastic and reduce waste.

30.11. 2024, 3 – 7 p.m. Floating Tea, a new interpretation of Japanese tea culture with Floratcha. 

05.12. 2024, 5 – 9 p.m., Ceramics, Sake & Terroir, Sake and Ceramics Tasting Tour with Sacré Sake.

  • L’Atelier de Valérie
    Atelier Strasse 4
    D-81671 Munich
  • Tuesday – Saturday 1.30 p.m. – 6 p.m.
    or by appointment
    Opening on November 21, 2024 from 6 p.m.
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