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Farming Good Fortune with Auspicious Animals
Discover Japan's lucky animals and their symbolism in traditional figurines that bring good fortune and protection.
No Ticket Required: Traditional Japanese Souvenirs
Bring Japan home with five handcrafted items, featuring iconic motifs like Mt. Fuji, cherry blossoms, and more.
MUSUBI KILN Chado Series: A Walk through a Samurai's Path of Tea
Team Musubi experienced the uniqueness of Japanese tea ceremonies at Komaba Warakuan, a chado school with samurai roots.
Woods Used in Traditional Japanese Crafts
Learn about Japan's finest woods, with insights on their unique properties and many uses in Japanese traditional crafts.
Learn about Hanazume, a Kutani ware style adorned with vivid florals and elegant gold.
Takade Eiji: A Life Etched in Wajima
Explore the life of Takade Eiji, a master of chinkin—the intricate art of carving and inlaying gold in Wajima lacquerware.
Excellence Endorsed: Celebrating Japan’s Most Honored Creators
Discover the significance of being a Japanese Imperial Household purveyor, an honor held by kilns with unmatched quality.
Visiting Toyama's Master Craftspeople: Two Potters and a Washi Artisan
Meet three master artisans from Toyama, Japan, as they share their crafts and traditions in a serene countryside setting.
Glass from the Past: A Visit to the Hirota Glass Japanese Glass Museum
Journey through time at Hirota Glass Museum, where the legacy of vintage Japanese glass comes to life.
Yamada Yoshiaki: Mastery in Sketching and the Beauty of Blank Space
Meet Yamada Yoshiaki, a master of Kutani ware painting whose intricate sketches blend nature's beauty with blank space.
Waves and Ripples: Beautiful Gifts Reflecting Water's Grace
Explore Japanese gifts inspired by water's beauty, featuring wave-patterned plates, serene fish tumblers, and more.
From Kiln to Counter: Myousen Toubou at Shuzen Sameshima
See how tableware from Myousen Toubou enhances the harmony between Japanese cuisine and presentation at Shuzen Sameshima.
Nishikata Hiroshi: Bringing Jewelry Industry Expertise to Tsuiki Innovation
Discover how Nishikata Hiroshi blends jewelry expertise with traditional tsuiki metal craftsmanship at Seigado.
The Crafting Secrets of Chawanmushi Bowls
Discover Tasei Kiln's chawanmushi bowls, their seasonal designs, expert craftsmanship, and role in Japanese dining.
Tsujii Musashi: Crafting Earth's Bounty through Farming and Pottery
Meet artisan Tsujii Musashi, who incorporates motifs from his farmstead lifestyle into his Mino ware pottery pieces.
Set for Summer: Musubi Mono Japanese Dinnerware Sets
Explore the latest summer Musubi Mono dinnerware sets. Learn about the craftsmanship behind each carefully curated piece.
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