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Chōjirō

Japanese potter, first head of the Raku school (1516-1592) · Japan · On the map · Died at 76

Chōjirō (長次郎) (1516-1592) is distinguished as the first generation in the Raku family of potters. Chojiro is the creator of Raku-ware, as well as the founder of the Raku kiln.

Chōjirō is read about 23 times a day, in 10 languages.

A typical day, 30 days to 17 August 2026

The middle day of the days counted, so one week of news cannot move it. The line under it is the last 60 days, one point a day.

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About this person

Country
Japan
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1516 to 1592 · aged 76