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associated with Hizen over glazed enamel wares (Figs. 6.9, 6.10 and 6.11) from a
Yoshida Kiln dated to about 1650–1670 (Bersales and de Leon 2011).

6.3 Discussion

The influx of glazed ceramics or trade wares particularly from kilns in Fujian
Province and noted in many historical and archaeological Philippine sites has
become indicative of the thriving Sino-Filipino trade relations then. This lively
exchange was also evident in the large quantities of Zhangzhou wares reportedly
found in sites in Cavite, Manila, and Cebu (Tan 2007: 14). During a personal
exchange with the author on January 9, 2016, Hizen ware specialist Takenori
Nogami opined that Zhangzhou wares (Swatow) from southern Fujian remain some
of the most important trade ceramics found in the Philippines. Spanish chroniclers
in 1521 likewise noted that ceramics in general indicated a well-established trade
network (Crick 2002: 71).

Fig. 6.9 Japanese over glazed enamel bottle of Arita Kiln, Hizen area Boljoon, Cebu, ca.
1650–1670 (Bersales and de Leon 2011)