Tokoname City in Aichi Prefecture, a region rich in clay, has long been a center of pottery production. Ceramics remains a major industry, and Tokoname ware, a local specialty, is one of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns. The city boasts a museum and a ceramics research institute, where visitors can learn about the history of the pottery industry. Tokoname is also home to a variety of beaches, including Ono Beach, said to be the oldest swimming beach in the world, and Rinku Beach, the largest artificial beach in the Tokai region. This makes it a popular destination for leisure activities like swimming, clam digging, and cruises. Tokoname City is blessed with traditional industries, abundant nature, and a wealth of leisure facilities.