Arita Museums

The Kyushu Ceramic Museum in Arita is the top place to explore pottery from across Kyushu, with detailed exhibits on history, artisans, and ceramic art styles.

Arita Ceramic Museum is set in a historic storehouse and features a small but rich display of local pottery, including a dish showing Arita’s porcelain-making methods.

Izumiyama Quarry, always open and free to visit, is where Arita’s porcelain story began. See the exposed kaolin rocks that launched the region’s ceramic legacy.

Folk and History Museum in Arita, near Izumiyama Quarry, features exhibits on porcelain production, local life, and historical documents like business records and currency.