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Buyer's Travelog: Gifu, the Birthplace of Mino Ware
Gifu’s Mino ware shines at Hibino Ceramic, where we explored handcrafted donburi bowls and innovative pottery designs.

Behind the Works of Tosen Kiln
Take a peek behind the warm and inviting works of Tosen Kiln. Here we will introduce the kiln, its characteristics, and some words from Tetsuya Taniguchi.

Monkeys Praying and Rabbits Wrestling, Choju Giga Picture Scroll
A fine example of a free and joyous world indifferent to the mundane obligations of their days.

The Finest Japanese Crafts Presented at the G7 Hiroshima Summit
At the G7 Hiroshima Summit, which concluded on March 21, Prime Minister presented gifts to the heads of state and their partners as part of their hospitality.

Experiencing Kintsugi Gold Repair
"Kintsugi" is a Japanese art of repairing broken pottery, glass, lacquerware, and other items with a special type of lacquer.

Interview with Mr. Tatsuro Hirota-President of Hirota Glass Co., Ltd (Part 2)
I had the pleasure of sitting down with the fourth president of Hirota Glass, Mr. Tatsuro Hirota, to hear his thoughts.

Discovering Edo Kiriko with Mr. Tatsuro Hirota, President of Hirota Glass Co., Ltd (Part 1)
Step inside Hirota Glass and explore the craftsmanship, history, and future of Edo Kiriko in Tokyo’s Sumida Ward.

Mt. Fuji: Through the Eyes of the Artists of the Past
From poetry to woodblock prints, Mt. Fuji has been the source of inspiration for a variety of artworks over the centuries.

Interview with Nabeshima Ware Artist: Kawasoe Takahiko—Nabeshima Kosen Kiln
Kosen Kiln's medaka rice fIsh series tableware has a charm that grabs your attention as soon as you lay eyes on it.

The Shoza style is a fine and gorgeous style of painting that uses Western-style paints in addition to the traditional Kutani Gosai.

What is Akae-Kinrande "Eiraku" Style?
Akae-kinrande is a gorgeous, sophisticated, and graceful style of Kutani ware. It has a gold design with a red background.

Interview with Nakaya Shinichi, Specialist of Kutani Ware - History Part 2
Shin-ichi Nakaya, Director of The Kutani porcelain Art Museum discusses historical stories and painting styles of Kutani ware.

Buyer's Choice: My Memories with Kokeshi Dolls
Today, I'd like to share with you my deep fascination and attachment with beloved kokeshi dolls.

What is Kutani Yoshidaya Style?
Yoshidaya style’s charm is its use of translucent pigment and delicate painting style, as well as its refined designs.

What is Akae-Saibyo "Iidaya" style?
Akae-saibyo–red dots and lines with intricate detalization–has an eye-catching, detailed beauty.