Product Details

• Actors: Shoji Hamata
• Format: VHS
• Rated: G (General Audience)
• Number of tapes: 1
• Studio: Weatherhill
• Run Time: 55 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• ASIN: B000N5WPXC
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #320,183 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

Shoji Hamada, along with Bernard Leach, was one of the key figures in the development of studio pottery in the 20th century, resurrecting the craft after its near demise during the Industrial Revolution. His influence both in England and the U.S. as well as in his native Japan cannot be underestimated. The Japanese government designated him a 'Living National Treasure' in 1955 and awarded him the Order of Culture in 1968. This video is inspirational to any person seeking to set off on a career as a studio potter

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Shoji the Amazing!!! Wonderful film!, August 27, 2010

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This review is from: Shoji Hamada: A Potter's Way and Work VHS (VHS Tape)

If you want to see Shoji Hamada work this is a great film. It is well worth every penny. Excellent techniques shown! You can see how and where he worked. I really enjoyed it, but wish this film was available in DVD format.