Japan's Largest Pottery and Ceramic Festival | Arita, Japan a porcelain-lovers dream!

[@heratlas]

GIVEAWAY: a sake set from Arita that I picked up while at the festival! 2 cups and the matching sake carafe - I just posted the photos on my IG stories. All you need to do to enter is like, subscribe, and leave a comment with your fav part (food, scenes, shopping??) ❤ winner picked on January 29

[@dr.sarabairdamodio7066]

I had to laugh about the dino comment and how quickly it would be broken! :) As a potter, I would go nuts there just getting ideas. I really, reallywant to go there. Thank you for inspiring me! (BTW, the cup-sake carafe set is stunning!)

[@sabrinastraveladventures4263]

I’m in all done ✔️ 🙏🏼 on my daughters birthday that would be cool 🤞🏼🍀 Sabrina🇫🇷🇬🇧

[@ALPHATHEAWESOME]

Seeing all the various ceramics was my favorite part!

[@muhleekuh]

Omg Arita has been on my list to visit! I am obsessed with Japanese pottery & have developed a collection visiting each summer.. plus my Dad’s collection when he lived in Japan in the 90’s!! Will have to plan on coming during the pottery festival!

[@CozyIntrovert]

The owner showing you his sketchbook seemed so sweet..the cups at 24:34 mins were GORGEOUS.. hope you got them

[@brendak4238]

Love it all 🎉 Pottery in Japan is the absolute best!!

[@loumartino8028]

What a wonderful day of shoping !!! My favorite part was the shrine and the torii made with porcelain. This so unique !!! ❤

[@stewar461]

Favorite part: learning more about Japan! Can’t wait for the Japan tour later in the year!

[@ponchan-o9i]

日本に来るな。外国人は迷惑。

[@stluis2015]

I enjoyed going around with you and Linda through my screen. I love seeing all these works of art especially the part where the artist is showing his designs. I appreciate you and Linda for sharing tips on shopping pottery and ordering/eating at the restaurant.✨

[@valerie-hy2gk]

my favorite part was getting to see all of the different kinds of pottery and artistry!! even just how all the different shops are laid out is so fun to see.

[@asakosimone6522]

Thank you for showcasing my home town beauty. The town of Arita in Saga prefecture also holds annual “deep discount” events along the old town streets in May. But these shops in the outskirts of Arita have gorgeous and relatively modern versions of crafted pieces that are so attractive. I’ve been living in the states for over 40 years but make sure to go home every year mainly to soak in a hot spring bath in Takeo to repair my skin and rejuvenate. A few pieces bought at these shops beat any souvenirs one might find elsewhere.

[@torimurray8198]

My favorite part of this video is seeing all of the artists different paintings on the pottery and just the culture through the whole video! I love it! I don't get to travel but want to visit Japan, one day

[@Kagomeeee1]

My favorite part was seeing the absolute beauty of a minimalist cup in 18:34, it was love at first sight. Thank you for showing us this! It’s nice getting to see and in a way get to experience. I love that it all made by hand.

[@SarahBoase]

Amazing! My favourite part was getting to live vicariously through you while looking at all the amazing pottery. Stunning pieces.

[@hararigurl]

Pottery in Japan is a different level of WOW!!! Loved seeing the Sakura sinks and all the blue themed pottery pieces. ✨✨ fave part was seeing the kids plate set and the details incorporated.

[@belmamoran4390]

That mug with the coaster is perfect. Love your videos❤

[@carolmollman9809]

You have made my day! I love the color and design variety, as well as your commentary. Your excitement is contagious. So much fun!

[@carisatrejo3535]

I loved seeing the artists sketchbook! What a cool experience.

[@RestorationDream]

I love colour, so I enjoyed the more colourful, modern pieces. I liked the artist showing us painterly sketchbook the best!

[@kamanama3671]

my favorite part was when you were shown the artist sketch work. It turns it from a simple cup to a work of art. And he had some very beautiful items.❤ you really make me want to travel to Arita.

[@ryannfish9372]

My favorite part was seeing some of the more functional cookware pieces. I love cooking and that donabe looking pot at 25:50 fit my rustic style sensibilities.

[@dishwasher1106]

21:22 LOVE this!! 😍 thanks for taking us along on your fun adventures! I can’t wait to return to Japan one day!

[@fuyukifrost808]

OMG!!! I am lost for words!! Adding to places to see when in Japan! I think everything looked amazing - also that golden crane little dish? to die for!!!!!! But I must say my favourite part was the shrine! I love how they incorporated the ceramics/porcelain into the iconic parts of shrines it looked stunning

[@LindseyTsang]

Love this! It is my dream to go to a festival like this.

[@Charlotteharris08]

My favorite part was that teapot you showed at 24:07. Need it in my life ❤. Everything was gorgeous!

[@sheelovesfood]

Wow! Thank you for taking us along. I loved seeing all the porcelain, ceramic and pottery pieces. The mugs are cute and the hand painted pieces were beautiful. It was heart touching hearing you say that you loved seeing how people were out and about, enjoying the festival and the craft. That was one of my fave parts of your video. Also…I agree with another commenter, we need a video of the goodies you chose! 😊

[@acegaming9729]

The artist proudly showing his sketches was a favorite!

[@jenniferakashi2700]

Loved learning about all the different pottery in Arita

[@susanlee101]

I love Japanese dish ware. All the pieces are beautifully made!!

[@LycorisYuuko]

I’m so jealous of all of this pottery! My favourite part was definitely the cafe, such a neat and unique way to get served your drink and good! And the shop owner showing his sketches!

[@vickyg6495]

So hard to pick a favorite part. I did love how you could pick your coffee cup while dinning. I love all the pottery, I’d need to buy extra suitcases to bring it all home. Thank you for sharing all the beauty & hi to Linda ❤️

[@samthing_wonderful]

Girl we need a haul asap! 😍 as a beginning potter I basically loved the entire video, but I loved the ceramic toilet and the artist showing his sketchbook. Thank you for taking us in this trip!! ❤️

[@jolinev3368]

I loved seeing all the different porcelains and ceramics. The creativity is astounding!

[@mmmbnurger]

Catlin I just love watching you explore Japan and share it through your lens (literally lol)! You make me so excited to go back and visit and I can’t wait to add Arita to my list!!

[@kellyhurtado5436]

I love how they add the pottery (porcelain) into the sinks, toilets and that the shrine. The torii gate was beautiful! And the porcelain ema ☺️

[@ponchan-o9i]

そのきれいで神聖な場所。神様がいる場所で、外国人はダンス、ヨガ、落書きをします。外国人は日本に来るな。

[@Cutie_animals05]

My favorite part was EVERY PART! I’m fascinated by how art can be expressed, so beautifully at that, in something so simple like a plate, a mug etc!!!!! Also!!! Please do a video showing us the things you got

[@wascarbocangel]

I really liked seeing all the different ramen bowl designs. Definitely want to go to this festival!

[@arakupot]

So many Beautiful pieces, so many different styles! My favorite is the little goblet shaped cup that Linda found with translucent pierced look glaze!

[@dbwatx931]

My favorite part was the pottery at the shrine. How beautiful.

[@laurenstults971]

Every piece is so beautiful and thoughtful. I’m still giggling at, “my son would destroy these so fast.”😂❤️ the ergonomic mug is just a testament to the thoughtful and considerate craftsmanship. And I love that you can cook and serve in so many dishes!? Thank you Caitlin and Linda for sharing your love and excitement of Arita with us!!!

[@FairyGores]

I would say my favorite part was definitely the beautiful Sakura restroom set. Just how gorgeous it looks and getting to have a piece of beautiful piece of artwork in your very own home would be such a dream. I also loved the Dine set as well how playful it was and so cute it isss! Love this video in general and the experience 🧸

[@itskarlalala]

All your videos are the best! I’m adding Arita to places to visit this year!

[@ponchan-o9i]

日本に来るな。外国人は迷惑。

[@lucie442]

I’m stunned by all the designs and finds you showed us! Absolutely insane of what they offered and made!!! The modern ceramics were also beautiful and it made me so happy to see you so happy when shopping ❤ I’m more than invested and it’s such a “dream” even if I’m here only online! I also loved seeing how much variety there is with ceramic and pottery. From kitchenware to lighting! The food place was also insane. I’d totally peek into what others would be getting!!

[@JackieDraws]

Omg all the beautiful pottery is my favorite! And how gorgeous is your kinstugi coffee cup! 😍

[@IsabelleBOUCHARD-n4s]

Love the pottery shopping! I envy you! I miss Japan...

[@everydaymama23]

I was in Japan but never got to buy a piece of ceramic or pottery to use at home so this shopping video is a treat for me. My favorite parts are when you were showing us the beautiful toilets and sinks. I also love the fancy coffee mugs and plates you were able to use when you were taking your coffee and snack breaks. I believe in ‘romancing the ordinary’ - so I am all for making your toilets beautiful and using your fancy dishwares daily, not just for special occasions. ❤

[@laurakitamura2294]

Putting this on my list of must-go for my next trip to Japan! Besides all the gorgeous pottery I loved the sinks!😄🤗

[@jensebestik]

My favorite part was seeing the artist show off their amazing work.

[@meiliana9816]

I like your shopping scene as I can see so many beautiful arts! Ceramics art there is awesome >.

[@winnietam6190]

My favorite part was seeing all the food in the beautiful ceramics! They looked so beautiful and delicious!

[@leannbradshaw3016]

Oh I love all of this! Especially the lanterns and I LOVED the yellow pieces in that one shop too. Would love to see a pottery haul. I think we are going to plan a girls trip for the festival this year! 🥰

[@kirseitis]

My absolute favorite part about this vlog is watching the happiness painted on both your faces 😍Seing you two bond even more over a shared passion for art, ceramics and pottery.

[@genchan1224able]

大変見てて楽しかったです。あまりにたくさんの種類の陶器があって目移りしちゃいますね✨有田町へのまたのお越しをお待ちしております。

[@PramodBadri]

Oh what a great collection. Would definitely plan a trip here just for shopping😍

[@lauravirgin8796]

Love love the video. I was shopping vicariously through you. The Bonsai pots were a find. I'm so going there.

[@kassie.lam.]

I enjoy collecting unique ceramics each place I travel to. Would love to experience this pottery festival in Japan. I absolutely love all the cups and the donabe! Thank you for sharing.

[@rosemacarons]

New favorite part might be the ceramic details at the shrine 😍

[@KaraHibbs]

Entering both giveaways because I can’t help myself !! My favorite part is seeing yours and Linda’s friendship 🥹 it was so fun to see you guys sharing your love of pottery together !! Second favorite part was the bathrooms like - a sakura porcelain toilet ?!? Sign me up!! I wouldn’t let anyone use it but me 🤣

[@mclov1996]

I really enjoyed watching this! When my husband was stationed at Sasebo for total of 8 years (we got lucky to be stationed in Japan twice during his military years), this was one of our go to place to shop for pottery (Another places to shop were; Imari & Hasami) Last spring we got to go back to visit Sasebo and we bought few more from there as well 😊

[@WildPearHill]

My fav part was in Gallery Arita where you enjoyed coffee in your 3rd choice of coffee cup . I loved all 3 of your choices and initially liked your first choice the most. However, your final choice looks lovely to drink from and with the little kintsugi repair perfectly represents the Japanese philosophy where imperfections are embraced.

[@nathanclark5112]

Loved learning the different types of pottery. Stunning 🤩

[@idee7896]

This is awesome! Foods would taste better served in these gorgeous dishes

[@Sissaimee]

I loved this video because this is one of the areas of Japan that I want to visit. I loved seeing the differences between the different artists and styles amongst all of the various shops. I also loved seeing the excitement on your faces throughout the video because I am sure I would be the exact same way around all of the beautiful pottery.

[@ponchan-o9i]

日本が好きなら来ないで下さい。外国人のせいで日本は壊れてます。

[@katherinebouchard296]

My favourite part is all the shopping I’m obsessed with pottery as well! I have to put Arita in my itinerary for my next trip to Japan

[@elana_piranha]

My favorite part was seeing you’re with Linda. You are always extra bright and happy when you two are together.

[@alicjasokolowski9452]

Loved all the different pieces of pottery. The ceramics are beautiful 😊

[@Alida-d4y]

Amazing pieces❤ I love,love pottery…especially from Japan. I would be in Arita for weeks !! When I ‘m in Japan I’m always into the temples (some have pottery shops nextdoor) or small business owned shops in the country side.Thank u for sharing

[@Sara_H114]

I like when you show travel videos or site seeing stuff. Food videos are interesting too. Thank you for sharing what you do

[@tylerdurden6882]

All the comments asking to see her haul are so cute. The comments on this video are reallly a bright spot on the internet. So much cheerful positivity, great vibes.

[@Eileray]

I enjoyed the whole video itself, it felt like I was there with you looking through all the different shops. ❤

[@meghanburch3548]

I really loved seeing the sheer variety of cups, dishes, containers etc. There are shapes I’ve never seen before! ❤

[@aurelijabud]

I love to see all different ceramics. So amazing and so many creative people in this world! ❤

[@kellystein7471]

My favorite part was seeing so many gorgeous pieces of pottery!

[@SYama-xl4ko]

Fav part was you reuniting with Linda and making another vlog together. Thanks for the contest and good luck to everyone!

[@greengumbyaus]

Love seeing smaller cities of Japan, have added it to our holiday bucket list!

[@karrafiles424]

I enjoyed the entire video! It’s such a fascinating art form that is functional. ❤

[@amariafrost]

My favorite part was seeing the different types of pottery being sold. The creation is very intentional and it makes the pieces beautiful and useful.

[@louise7306]

The pottery was so beautiful ❤

[@maggiebrown9690]

I’d love to dig through any of those bins. Although I can’t imagine how I’d pick out favorites because there is so much beauty! Thanks for the great video 😊

[@liadupuis9265]

Your videos about Japanese pottery are always my favourite 😊❤ Hope I'll be able to visit this festival one day too!

[@AnEmbarrassmentofBooks]

The shopping!!!! ❤

[@3vee]

My favorite part was the cafe where you got to choose your own cup to drink from!

[@NityaLeeLi]

Thank you for sharing the names and addresses of the places you visited

[@heratlas]

I hope it helps you find some treasures!

[@asyuki193]

This was amazing, thank you for sharing the festival, that place is a dream come true for me.

[@emilyboole2730]

Love the female friendship, also the beautiful sets! My friend and I caught a pottery festival in Kyoto and there was a ceramic toilet paper holder, reminded me of the bathroom clips :)

[@sarac7317]

It‘s actually hard to choose a favorite scene because I enjoyed everything in this video! But 18:42 omg I’m obsessed with this shot!!! All these pretty porcelain in the rain😍 I just came back from my first japan trip and I‘ve grown interest in pottery since I saw your pottery journey in iwakuni! To see all these beautiful pottery in arita is so nice I wish I could buy everything😂😭

[@itswhatevur]

It’s the cherry blossom topped pot situation for me! Wow!

[@Taytum2027]

The big earthenware pots that go on the stove and in the oven are my favorite, along with the dinosaur set! Shopping was my favorite part, thank you for sharing your adventures

[@acunamii]

My favorite part was just all the gorgeous ceramic pieces. I was here daydreaming about how I’d manage to get such fragile things back home to the US if I ever got the chance to visit because I’d want to but so many pieces!

[@sydneyrepasky736]

Everything is so beautiful. It would take me forever to figure out which mug I want my coffee in. I remember when you were just first starting your pottery collection so I would love to see a haul!!

[@stephie-senpai]

my favorite part was that owner making y'all coffee! so sweet

[@carlabuchanan3173]

Loved the shopping! Restaurant with cup to take was such a great way to save slightly damaged works of art. Hey a chiped repaired cup can serve as a planter or homemade candle.

[@eva-mariaspiller4888]

What a great collection of pottery ❤

[@Susan-sc6zp]

The lamps were stunning!

[@alison-b1v]

OMYgosh! I would totally go bonkers with all the pottery! I assume you live there or I can just imagine the luggage to bring! Thank you for sharing. One of these days I can go there for this festival.

[@nataliepriddle9909]

My favourite part was the first pottery shop, loved the cups and the owner was so nice!

[@cupcakelikes]

Seeing all the beautiful ceramics was amazing. My mom had a bunch of japanese tea cups and now they are mine. I want to pare down but they are all so beautiful I can't let any go. Even though I don't use any of them. LOL

[@Dollylit1]

I loved Japan on every level, food, scenery, travel, but the best for me was Mashico, Soji Hamada’s house. Studied him and Bernard Leach and I love this peaceful place where he worked and the hill kiln was amazing!

[@EddieInThePouch]

Those Tori gates! Stunning.but that shop with all the green bins on the floor, I gasped. I love digging through bins for treasures. ❤❤⛩️

[@kalayne6713]

Favourite things: all the hues of blue from duck egg to cornflower to midnight, the shimmer and glint of metallics, and each precious handmade piece of stunning art. (Liked, subbed, commented).

[@miamilner3226]

My Husband and I always always always make and effort to bring back at least 1 (always ends up being way more) pottery piece each visit to Japan, the detail in each piece is just incredible. It's become our bonding activity together and its just so nice to bring something so special home that we picked together or our own pieces and have it on display. Favourite part -- I can't wait to go back and hopefully visit Arita (once again learning about a off the beaten track by you! we loved Iwakuni too🤭), its at the top of our list so I loved this video!! especially the beautiful shop keeper who made you coffee after your purchase 🥺 argh customer service in Japan is amazing, the detail in each pottery piece is just incredible!! 😍😍😍