Ri Sampei
Korean potter
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Ri Sampei, also known as Yi Sam-pyeong, was a Korean potter who is traditionally credited with discovering porcelain clay in Japan. This discovery is believed to have occurred near Arita in the Saga prefecture during the late 16th century, a period when Japanese porcelain production was beginning. His contribution was significant in the development of Japanese pottery, particularly during the Edo period.12
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