Kei Tanimoto is a highly respected and well-known senior figure in Japan, renowned for his exceptional work in the field. His creations are held in the most prestigious collections throughout the country and have also gained international recognition and has exhibited in the best galleries in Tokyo and Kyoto

Tanimoto, also known as Tanimoto-san, possesses an inherent confidence that stems from his extensive experience of over 50 years working with the local materials of Iga. This expertise has been passed down through generations of his family, starting from his childhood days in his father’s studio and subsequently passed on to his son, Takashi.

The tradition of Iga ceramics is part of a small family of ancient traditions in Japan, and Tanimoto’s work is a testament to his family’s legacy and dedication to preserving this rich cultural heritage.