In Japanese, "raku" (楽) can be translated to mean pleasure, enjoyment, ease, or comfort. The word "raku" is also the name of a specific style of Japanese pottery known for its low-temperature firing technique​ and its unique, often imperfect, aesthetic. The word's meaning of "pleasure" is reflected in the name of the Raku family, who traditionally produced this pottery and were given a seal bearing the character for "pleasure". ​