koutsu

Koutsu is a term that can refer to several things, primarily within the context of Japanese culture and language. One prominent meaning relates to a type of rough, unpolished pottery. This koutsu pottery is characterized by its rustic appearance, often made from coarse clay and fired at lower temperatures, resulting in a textured and earthy aesthetic. It is sometimes used in traditional Japanese crafts and tea ceremony settings where simplicity and natural beauty are valued.

Another usage of koutsu can be found in the Japanese language, where it can be a word or part of a word with various meanings depending on the kanji used. For instance, it might relate to "traffic" or "transportation," as seen in words like *kōtsū* (交通), which means traffic or transit. In this context, it refers to the movement of people or goods. The precise meaning is always derived from the specific kanji characters employed.