Real name Shiro Morimoto, born in Ikata, Ehime Prefecture in 1928, opened Aofusa Kiln in 1962. His works are characterized by handmade creative dolls. Many of his dolls are based on Hina dolls (traditional Japanese dolls displayed during the Doll Festival) and poems. He uses a unique blend of soil and glaze based on Tobe's haido (pottery clay). These works are soothing to the heart when you look at them. Considering Mr. Aofusa's age, I believe these are rare masterpieces that are no longer obtainable.