This year marks the 360th since the first kiln was erected in Kutani Village (now part of the city of Kaga) . In commemoration of the extension of the Hokuriku Shinkansen, the exhibition will explore the history and development of Kutani ware. The most distinguishing characteristic of this style of overglaze enamel porcelain is its vivid and deep colors, but a great variety of new processes have been experimented throughout its long history which has led to the creation of a diverse styles and designs. This process was stimulated significantly by artists who travelled the Kutani area, as well as through exchange with porcelain studios throughout the country. Under the keyword of “exchange,” the exhibition will introduce the diverse and fascinating world of Kutani ware and its rich artistic expression by the works from early Edo period to contemporary artists.