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Toguri Museum of Art: Enchanted by the Beauty of Nabeshima and Kinrande

Toguri Museum of Art: Enchanted by the Beauty of Nabeshima and Kinrande

Toguri Museum of Art: Enchanted by the Beauty of Nabeshima and Kinrande
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Toguri Museum of Art: Enchanted by the Beauty of Nabeshima and Kinrande

Explore the Toguri Museum, known for its beautiful collection of Hizen porcelain, including Imari and Nabeshima ware.

Fukushima Reiko: Conveying the Charm of Akae-Saibyo With Modern Sensibilities
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Fukushima Reiko: Conveying the Charm of Akae-Saibyo With Modern Sensibilities

Meet Kutani ware artisan Fukushima Reiko, who combines modern styles with traditional red akae-saibyo painting techniques.

Nishikata Ryota: The Passion and Challenges of Tsuiki
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Nishikata Ryota: The Passion and Challenges of Tsuiki

Learn about tsuiki from master craftsman Nishikata Ryota, who creates intricate metal pieces in the pursuit of perfection.

Noh and Kabuki: A Look into Traditional Japanese Performing Arts
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Noh and Kabuki: A Look into Traditional Japanese Performing Arts

Learn about Noh and Kabuki, Japan's traditional performing arts, with our guide on origins, tips, theaters and more.

Taka Toshifumi: Bringing All Things Into Balance
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Taka Toshifumi: Bringing All Things Into Balance

Read about Taka Toshifumi's passion for Kutani ware, his family's rich legacy, and his exciting vision for the future.

Concept to Clay: The Tailored Tapestry of Hissan Pottery's Shigaraki Ware
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Concept to Clay: The Tailored Tapestry of Hissan Pottery's Shigaraki Ware

At Hissan Pottery, Ogawa Kimio blends Shigaraki ware's traditions with sustainable craftsmanship and unique glazes.

From Bark to Beauty: Insights from Kabazaiku Artisans
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From Bark to Beauty: Insights from Kabazaiku Artisans

Step into the workshops of Kabazaiku artisans as they explain the production of Japanese cherry bark craftsmanship.

From Tree to Treasure: Cherry Bark Craft From YATSUYANAGI
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From Tree to Treasure: Cherry Bark Craft From YATSUYANAGI

Learn about kabazaiku, or cherry bark craftsmanship, at Yatsuyanagi, where bark transforms into handcrafted treasures.

Matsukan Chopsticks Set: Sound of the Sea Series
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Matsukan Chopsticks Set: Sound of the Sea Series

Discover Matsukan's Sound of the Sea chopsticks, blending Wakasa lacquerware, ocean inspirations, and local heritage.

Seigado—The Radiant Beauty of Copper
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Seigado—The Radiant Beauty of Copper

Explore Seigado's studio and discover traditional hand-hammered copperware, with insights on production, design, and more.

Painter of the Northern Seas, Art and Life of Kitamura Takashi
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Painter of the Northern Seas, Art and Life of Kitamura Takashi

Kutani ware master Kitamura Takashi speaks on his journey and taking inspiration from Edo-period ships and Japan’s seas.

Set for Spring: Musubi Mono Japanese Dinnerware Sets
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Set for Spring: Musubi Mono Japanese Dinnerware Sets

Discover the latest Japanese dinnerware sets from Musubi Mono. The sets include kobachi bowls, plates, trays, and more.

Walking Through Okawachiyama: A Village of Secretive Pottery
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Walking Through Okawachiyama: A Village of Secretive Pottery

Explore Okawachiyama, a pottery village famous for historic Imari Nabeshima ware, traditional kilns, and stunning scenery.

A Journey into the Heart of Kumiko Woodworking
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A Journey into the Heart of Kumiko Woodworking

Team Musubi learned more about kumiko a Japanese woodworking technique that uses no nails, at Ominato Bunkichi Shoten.

The Charm of Matsukan Chopsticks
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The Charm of Matsukan Chopsticks

Whether colorful, traditional, or made from bamboo, Matsukan's chopsticks add joy and beauty to your dining table.

MUSUBI KILN Chado Series: A Journey Through the Chabako Tea Ceremony
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MUSUBI KILN Chado Series: A Journey Through the Chabako Tea Ceremony

Learn about the history, use, and significance of chabako, wooden boxes used to hold tools for Japanese tea ceremonies.