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Realms of Enchantment: Life and Art of Yoshita Minori
Yoshita Minori brought extraordinary artistry to this prestigious Japanese craft, particularly through his mastery of the yuri kinsai technique.

MUSUBI KILN Chado Series: Invitation to the Japanese Tea Ceremony
Explore the culture of the traditional Japanese tea ceremony, from etiquette and hospitality to utensils and decoration.

Mastering Tradition and Innovation: Art of Aizu Lacquerware
An exclusive interview with Aizu lacquerware master, Komatsu Shigeo, discussing the history, the process, and his journey.

KURASHIKI MUSEUM OF FOLK-CRAFT
We visit one of Japan's most popular cultural spots, the Kurashiki Museum of Folkcraft, housed in an Edo period building.

Imperfect Beauty: Cracking the Code of Kannyu
Discover the history of kannyu, the name of the crackled finish on glazed ceramic, dating as far back as the 10th century.

Red Flares of Beauty: Unveiling the Charms of the Clay
Reminiscent of autumn leaves or fireflies, the red spotting on gohonde pottery is from a technique discovered by accident.

Colorful Craft: Fujii Yuya's Journey of Chopstick Artistry
Meet the artist behind Matsukan's hand-painted chopsticks, sharing the incredible path he took to master the craft.

Art Meets Travel: Two Days in Bizen Ware's Namesake City
Explore three Okayama cultural hotspots with Team Musubi in the birthplace of stunning Japanese pottery called Bizen ware.

Hidden Gems of Kutani Ware: A Visit to Komatsu City's Artisans
This time, we embarked on a two-day, one-night trip to visit Kutani ware artists in Nomi City and Kaga City.

Discovering the Art of Bizen Ware: A Journey Through Hozan Kiln's Legacy
Step into Hozan Kiln and explore Bizen ware’s rich history, fiery craftsmanship, and beauty shaped by clay and flame.

Crafeat: Tasting the Tradition of Japanese Artistry and Cuisine, Part 1
Found in the gastronomic heart of Kanazawa City, Crafeat offers a unique fusion of lacquerware excellence and culinary artistry.

Crafeat: Tasting the Tradition of Japanese Artistry and Cuisine, Part 2
Envision a dining experience where each dish, born from the bounties of local seas and mountains, is cradled in lacquerware excellence.

Tosen Kiln: Kyoto's Ceramic Heritage and Future
Step into the storied world of Kyoto's ceramic artistry with the esteemed Tosen Kiln.

Taya Shikkiten: Where the Artistry of Wajima Lacquerware is Born
Join us as we delve into a world of lacquerware excellence, walking through the halls of Taya Shikkiten and visiting the artisans.

Crafting with Earth and Fire: An Exclusive Look at Kiln Unloading
Explore how Bizen ware is fired, revealed, and brought to life through earth, fire, and craftsmanship.






