Translation guide
Earthenware refers to pottery made from clay fired at relatively low temperatures, often porous and unglazed. In Japanese, the most common equivalent is 陶器 (とうき), but the specific term depends on material, firing, and use.
The broad category of low-fired, porous clay vessels, often unglazed or with simple glazes.
The most common general term for pottery and earthenware. Can include stoneware and porcelain in broad usage, but typically refers to lower-fired wares.
This earthenware plate is handmade.
Specifically low-fired, unglazed earthenware, often associated with ancient or traditional pottery (e.g., Jomon ware).
A broad term for all fired pottery, including earthenware, stoneware, and porcelain. Useful when the exact type is unclear.
Specifically porous, unglazed clay ware, often reddish or brown.
Unglazed, bisque-fired earthenware. Common for flower pots and traditional items.
Unglazed earthenware flower pots have good breathability.
Loanword for terracotta, a type of reddish unglazed earthenware often used for pots and sculptures.
Referring to the clay material itself or objects described as 'made of earthenware'.
陶器 (とうき) is the standard word for pottery/earthenware, often including stoneware. 土器 (どき) specifically means low-fired, unglazed earthenware, especially ancient or traditional. 焼き物 (やきもの) is the broadest term for all fired ceramics.
Use 素焼き (すやき) for unglazed bisque ware, like flower pots or traditional unglazed pottery. It emphasizes the lack of glaze and porous texture.
The museum has a collection of ancient earthenware.
Specifically ancient unglazed ware
Jomon earthenware was excavated from the ruins.
この地域は焼き物の産地として有名です。
This region is famous as a pottery-producing area.
I planted herbs in a terracotta pot.
Cooking in a clay pot makes food delicious.