Naeshirogawa Yaki is a core part of the Satsuma Yaki tradition, originating from the historic Naeshirogawa village in Kagoshima Prefecture. Its roots trace to the late 1500s when the Shimazu clan settled skilled Korean potters there, who founded Kagoshima's ceramic industry while preserving their heritage. Naeshirogawa became a premier Satsuma Yaki center, renowned for refined Shiro Satsuma (White Satsuma) with its delicate crackle glaze, and also produced Kuro Satsuma (Black Satsuma). This ceramic tradition has been continuously passed down through generations, playing a crucial role in preserving Satsuma's distinct heritage and contributing to its status as a National Traditional Craft.