What is "kakiemon"

n. Japanese porcelain wares featuring enamel decoration

In 1971 the craft technique was designated an Important Intangible Cultural Property by the Japanese government; a double climbing kiln in Arita used for the firing of Kakiemon has also been designated a National Historic Site.

The most known Japanese ceramic styles are Imari, Arita Blue & White, Fukugawa, Kutani, Banko Earthenware and Satsuma pottery .