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Established in 1947 by Okuuchi Suekichi, the Okuuchi Museum of Ceramic Art, also known as the Okuuchi Mingei Bijutsukan, showcases the beauty of everyday crafts. Okuuchi, deeply involved in the Mingei (folk crafts) movement, envisioned a space where the artistry of common objects, crafted by unknown artisans, would be celebrated. The Okuuchi Mingei Bijutsukan in Osaka is more than just a museum. It’s a testament to the vision of one man. He believed that beauty could be found not just in expensive works of art by famous creators, but also in the everyday items made by ordinary people. Okuuchi Suekichi not only collected works by Mingei artists, but he also amassed a collection of contemporary ceramics. His appreciation for beauty extended beyond ceramics. He also admired the woodblock prints and painted scrolls of Hasegawa Chikanobu. Today, the Okuuchi Mingei Bijutsukan continues to operate as a specialized art museum. It features a diverse collection of near and contemporary ceramics. It’s a quiet haven in a bustling city. A place where you can appreciate the simple beauty of everyday objects, and the vision of the man who brought them together. So next time you’re in Osaka, step into the Okuuchi Mingei Bijutsukan. Take a moment to appreciate the beauty in the ordinary. It’s a hidden gem, waiting to be discovered.